Engine Maintenance
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever
comes first)—Service the air
cleaner (more often in dirty or dusty
conditions).
Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes
first)—Clean the pre-cleaner element.
Yearly—Replace the pre-cleaner element.
Removing the Air Cleaner
Elements
1.
Clean around the air-cleaner cover to prevent
dirt from getting into the engine and causing
damage.
2.
Loosen the fastener on the cover.
3.
Remove the cover.
4.
Remove the fastener on the elements.
5.
Carefully remove the foam pre-cleaner and
paper element from the base.
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1. Cover
2. Fastener
3. Pre-cleaner
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4. Paper element
5. Stud
6. Air-cleaner base
Servicing the Foam Element
1.
Remove the foam pre-cleaner from the paper
element.
2.
Wash the pre-cleaner with warm water and a
mild detergent.
3.
Rinse the pre-cleaner and allow it to air dry.
Important:
Replace the foam pre-cleaner if it is
torn or worn. Do not oil the pre-cleaner.
Servicing the Paper Element
1.
Clean the paper element by tapping it gently to
remove dust.
Note:
If it is very dirty, replace the paper
element with a new one.
2.
Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, or
damage to the rubber seal.
3.
Replace the element if it is damaged.
Important:
Do not clean the paper element.
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