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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.
1. Remove the fasteners securing the
storage compartment and remove the
storage compartment.
2. Remove the air filter housing cover
and the air filter/frame assembly.
3. Remove the foam element from the
frame making sure not to tear the ele-
ment.
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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.
9. Clean any dirt or debris from inside
the air cleaner.
10. Install the air filter/frame assembly
and cover.
11. Install the storage compartment and
cover.
Air Filter Housing
Drain(s)
Inspect the “duck bill” drain(s) beneath
the main housing for debris and for
proper sealing.
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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