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NOTE: Inspect the filter element.
If damaged or torn, it must be
replaced.
3. Install the filter housing cover onto
the filter housing.
4. Place the filter housing into position
inside the left-front fender. Tighten
the two screws securely.
Air Filter (Engine)
The air filter inside the air filter housing
must be kept clean to provide good
engine power and gas mileage. If the
ATV is used under normal conditions,
service the filter at the intervals speci-
fied. If operated in dusty, wet, or muddy
conditions, inspect and service the filter
more frequently. Use the following pro-
cedure to remove the filter and inspect
and/or clean it.
1. Remove the seat.
2. Remove the air filter housing cover
by unseating the two retaining clips;
then lifting and removing the cover.
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3. Remove the air filter retaining nut
(1); then remove the foam element
(2) from its frame.
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4. Fill a wash pan larger than the ele-
ment with a non-flammable cleaning
solvent; then dip the element in the
solvent and wash it.
NOTE: Foam Air Filter Cleaner
and Foam Air Filter Oil are available
from Arctic Cat.
5. Squeeze the element by pressing it
between the palms of both hands to
remove excess solvent. Do not twist
or wring the element or it will
develop cracks.
6. Dry the element.
7. Put the element in a plastic bag; then
pour in air filter oil and work the oil
into the element.
8. Squeeze the element to remove
excess oil.
CAUTION
Failure to inspect the air filter fre-
quently if the ATV is used in dusty,
wet, or muddy conditions can dam-
age the engine.
CAUTION
A torn air filter can cause damage to
the ATV engine. Dirt and dust may
get inside the engine if the element
is torn. Carefully examine the ele-
ment for tears before and after
cleaning it. Replace the element with
a new one if it is torn.