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AIR FILTER (Engine)
The air fi lter inside the air fi lter housing must be kept clean to provide
good engine power and gas mileage. If the ATV is used under normal
conditions, service the fi lter at the intervals specifi ed. If operated in
dusty, wet, or muddy conditions inspect and service the fi lter more
frequently. Use the following procedure to remove the fi lter and
inspect and/or clean it.
1. Remove the seat.
2. Remove the air fi lter housing
cover by unseating the four
retaining clips; then lifting and
removing the cover.
3. Remove the air fi lter retaining
nut (1); then remove the foam
element (2) from its frame.
4. Fill a wash pan larger than the
element with a non-fl ammable
cleaning solvent; then dip the
element in the solvent and wash
it.
5. Squeeze the element by
pressing it between the palms
of both hands to remove excess
solvent. Do not twist or wring the
element or it will develop cracks.
6. Dry the element.
7. Put the element in a plastic bag;
then pour in air fi lter oil and work the oil into the element.
8. Squeeze the element to remove excess oil.
Failure to inspect the air fi lter frequently if the ATV is used in
dusty, wet, or muddy conditions can damage the engine.
! CAUTION
A torn air fi lter can cause damage to the ATV engine. Dirt and dust
may get inside the engine if the element is torn. Carefully examine
the element for tears before and after cleaning it. Replace the
element with a new one if it is torn.
! CAUTION
