KTM 450 XC-W SIX DAYS USA 2010, Owner'S Manual, Page: 77 / 118

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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9.93
Removing the air filter
x
Note
Engine failure Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
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Never ride the vehicle without an air filter since dust and dirt can get into the engine and result in increased wear.
Warning
Environmental hazard
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
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Remove the air filter box lid. ( p. 74)
500107-10
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Detach air filter holder

at the bottom and swing it to one side. Remove the air
filter with the air filter support.
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Remove the air filter from the air filter support.
9.94
Installing the air filter
x
301262-10
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Mount the clean air filter onto the air filter support.
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Apply grease to the section

of the air filter.
Long-life grease ( p. 110)
500107-10
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Put in both parts together, position them and fix them with air filter holder

.
Info
If the air filter is not correctly mounted, dust and dirt can penetrate into the
engine and can cause damage.
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Install the air filter box lid. ( p. 74)
9.95
Cleaning air filter
x
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Do not clean the air filter with fuel or gasoline since these substances attack the foam.
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Remove the air filter. x ( p. 75)
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Wash the air filter thoroughly in special cleaning liquid and allow it to dry properly.
Air filter cleaner ( p. 110)
Info
Only squeeze the air filter when drying it out, never wring it out.