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5.7 SPARK ARRESTER SERVICE
Your engine is not factory-equipped with a spark arrester. In some areas, it is illegal
to operate an engine without a spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations. A
spark arrester is available from authorized servicing dealers. The spark arrester must
be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed.
WARNING!
IF THE ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING, THE MUFFLER WILL BE
VERY HOT. ALLOW IT TO COOL BEFORE SERVICING THE SPARK
ARRESTER.
1.
Remove the two 8mm nuts, and remove the muffler.
2.
Remove the four 5mm self-tapping screws , and remove the muffler
protector from the muffler.
3.
Remove the 4 mm screw from the spark arrester, and remove the spark
arrester from the muffler
4.
Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen. Be
careful to avoid damaging the screen. The spark arrester must be free of
breaks and holes.
5.
Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged.
6.
Install the spark arrester, muffler protector, and muffler in the reverse order
of disassembly using a new gasket.