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Division II - Operation/
Maintenance
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Air Filter
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 specified in the Mainte-
nance Schedule. If operated in dusty, wet,
or muddy conditions, inspect and service
the filter more frequently. Use the follow-
ing procedure to remove the filter and
inspect and/or clean it.
CD747
1. Remove the appropriate reinstallable
rivets securing the storage compart-
ment.
CF260A
2. Raise the storage compartment cover;
then slide the cover forward and off
the compartment. Remove the storage
compartment.
CD669
CD671
3. Unsnap the four spring-clip fasteners
and remove the air filter cover.
4. Fill a wash pan larger than the ele-
ment with a non-flammable 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 ring 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 element for tears
before and after cleaning it. Replace
the element with a new one if it is torn.
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