KTM 450 SX-F 2017, Owner'S Manual

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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
52
V00312-10
Condition
The air filter box cover is secured.
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Mount and tighten screw 1 .
Guideline
Screw, air filter box cover EJOT PT ®
K60x20-Z
3 Nm
(2.2 lbf ft)
11.24 Removing the air filter
Note
Engine damage Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
Dust and dirt will enter the engine without an air filter.
–
Never start to use the vehicle without an air filter.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Preparatory work
–
Remove the air filter box cover. ( p. 50)
V00311-10
Main work
(All SX
‑
F standard models, SX
‑
F Factory Edition)
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Detach retaining tab
1
.
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Remove air filter from air filter support.
V00313-10
(XC
‑
F US)
–
Detach retaining tab
1
.
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Remove air filter from air filter support.
11.25 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
–
Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
Do not clean the air filter with fuel or petroleum since these substances attack the foam.
Preparatory work
–
Remove the air filter box cover. ( p. 50)
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Remove the air filter. ( p. 52)