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2. Using a suitable brush, clean the carbon deposits
from the screen taking care not to damage the
screen.
NOTE: If the screen or gasket is damaged in any
way, it must be replaced.
3. Install the spark arrester assembly and gasket and
secure with the cap screws. Tighten the cap screws
to 48 in.-lb.
Engine/Transmission
Oil - Filter
Change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled
intervals. The engine should always be warm when the
oil is changed so the oil will drain easily and com-
pletely.
NOTE: To change oil and filter, the seats and cen-
ter console must be removed.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level stick/filler plug.
PR053B
3. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the
engine and drain the oil into a drain pan.
PR078A
4. Using the Oil Filter Wrench and a ratchet handle
(or a socket or box-end wrench), remove the old
oil filter.
NOTE: Clean up any excess oil after removing
the filter.
5. Apply oil to a new filter O-ring and check to make
sure it is positioned correctly; then install the new
oil filter. Tighten securely.
6. Install the engine drain plug and tighten to 16 ft-lb.
Pour the specified amount of the recommended oil
in the filler hole. Install the oil level stick/filler
plug.
7. Start the engine (while the vehicle is outside on
level ground) and allow it to idle for a few min-
utes.
8. Turn the engine off and wait approximately one
minute.
9. Unscrew the oil level stick and wipe it with a clean
cloth.
10. Install the oil level stick and thread into the engine
case.
NOTE: The oil level stick should be threaded into
the case for checking the oil level.
11. Remove the oil level stick; the engine oil level
should be above the illustrated “L” mark but not
higher than the illustrated “F” mark.
ATV-0100AA
12. Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter
for leaks.
! CAUTION
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could
cause serious engine damage. Do not use oils which
contain graphite or molybdenum additives. These
oils can adversely affect clutch operation. Also, not
recommended are racing, vegetable, non-detergent,
and castor-based oils.
! CAUTION
Do not over-fill the engine with oil. Always make
sure that the oil level is above the
“
L” mark but not
higher than the
“
F
”
mark.
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