KYMCO Mongoose 50-2T, Service Manual

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. INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT
3-6
To replace the air cleaner (50cc-2T)
1. Remove the five screws and air filter case
cover.
2. Remove the air filter element, and
separate it from the box.
To clean the air filter element:
1. Wash the element gently but thoroughly
in solvent.
2. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the
filter and let it dry.
3. Inspect the element. If damaged, replace
it.
4. Apply quality foam air filter oil to the
element. If foam air filter oil is not
available, motor oil may be used.
5. Reinstall the element to the air filter case.
6. Reinstall the element assembly and parts
removed for access.
Apply the engine oil.
Squeeze out the excess oil.
CHANGE INTERVAL
More frequent replacement is required when
riding in unusually dusty or rainy areas.
Use parts cleaning solvent only. Never
use gasoline or low flash point solvents
which may lead to a fire or explosion.
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Do not twist or wring out the foam
element. This could damage the foam
material.
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The element should be wet but not
dripping.
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Air Filter Element
Screws
Air Filter Case Cover