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Engine
Page 43
MB-440-10
Bigfoot G-1500
AIR FILTER SERVICE
The air filter assembly consists of a foam pre-cleaner
over a paper filter. The pre-cleaner is oiled and must be
cleaned and re-oiled periodically. The pre-cleaner only
require replacement if it is damaged.
Do not operate the engine without the pre-cleaner.
Operating without the pre-cleaner will result in premature
failure of the engine.
1:
Remove the filter cover.
2:
Thoroughly clean the area around the filter
assembly.
3:
Remove the filter assembly.
4: Remove the pre-cleaner from the paper element.
5: Wash the pre-cleaner in water with detergent.
Rinse and allow to air dry.
6: Inspect the paper element and replace as
needed. DO NOT attempt to clean the paper
element.
7: Inspect the pre-clearer and replace if any damage
is found.
8:
Inspect the rubber filter seal and replaces as
needed.
9: Saturate the pre-cleaner with clean engine oil and
wring out excess oil.
10: Install the pre-cleaner around the paper element
and reinstall on the engine.
SPARK PLUG SERVICE
1: Allow the engine to cool.
2: Disconnect the battery negative cable.
3: Remove the cable from the spark plugs.
4: Thoroughly clean the area around each spark
plug.
5: Remove the spark plug and inspect the
electrodes for damage and condition and replace
as needed. See illustration below for typical
conditions of spark plugs.
•
Further engine service may be required if either
plug shows anything other than #1, #2, or #5.
6: Check the gap on each plug and adjust as
needed.
•
Gap: 0.030” (0.76mm).
7: Reinstall the plug and torque to 20 foot pounds
(27 Nm).
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
WARNING
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
WARNING
Summary of Contents for B5-440-GAS
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Page 12: ...Page 12 MB 440 10 Introduction Bigfoot G 1500 Notes ...
Page 20: ...PM Schedule Page 20 Bigfoot G 1500 MB 440 10 Notes ...
Page 24: ...Lubrication Page 24 Bigfoot G 1500 MB 440 10 Notes ...
Page 44: ...Engine Page 44 Bigfoot G 1500 MB 440 10 Notes ...
Page 70: ...Tires Wheels Page 70 Bigfoot G 1500 MB 440 10 Notes ...
Page 90: ...Replacement Parts Page 90 MB 440 10 Bigfoot G 1500 AXLE ASSEMBLY FRONT ...
Page 94: ...Replacement Parts Page 94 MB 440 10 Bigfoot G 1500 BRAKES BRAKE LINES ...
Page 98: ...Replacement Parts Page 98 MB 440 10 Bigfoot G 1500 DECALS ...
Page 100: ...Replacement Parts Page 100 MB 440 10 Bigfoot G 1500 ELECTRICAL MISCELLANEOUS ...
Page 110: ...Replacement Parts Page 110 MB 440 10 Bigfoot G 1500 STEERING LINKAGE ...
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