7.
Check the air-filter element for excessive
accumulation of dust, dirt, and debris (
Note:
Do not clean the air-filter element if it is
dirty; replace the air-filter element if it is dirty.
8.
Install the dust cap onto the air-cleaner body and
secure the cap with the 2 latches (
Note:
Ensure that the dust valve aligns
between the 5 to 7 o’clock position when viewed
from the end.
9.
Lower the passenger seat.
Replacing the Air-Filter
Element
Service Interval:
Every 100 hours Replace the
air-filter element more often in dusty,
dirty conditions.
1.
If you are installing a new filter, inspect the new
air-filter element for shipping damage, including
the sealing end of the filter.
Important:
Do not install a damaged filter.
2.
Clean the dust cap and air-cleaner body (
3.
Lift the coolant-overflow tank up and off the
tank-support bracket (
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Figure 74
1.
Coolant-overflow tank
5.
Air-filter element
2.
Tank-support bracket
6.
Dust valve (5 to 7 o’clock
position)
3.
Latch (dust cap)
7.
Pressure-relief hose
4.
Dust cap
8.
Tank-vent hose
4.
Loosen the 2 latches that secure the dust cap to
the air-cleaner body (
5.
Gently slide the old filter element out of the
air-cleaner body to reduce the amount of dust
dislodged.
Note:
Avoid knocking the filter element against
the air-cleaner body.
6.
Clean the inside of the dust cap, air-cleaner
body, and dust valve with a damp rag (
and
7.
Insert the air-filter element into the air-cleaner
body (
Note:
Ensure that the filter is seated in the
air-cleaner body properly by applying pressure
to the outer rim of the filter element when you
install it. Do not press on the flexible center part
of the filter.
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