MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
Form 169469/169470/169471 144 Revision C
i. Check the secondary element (K) for
cleanliness. If there is visible dirt on the
secondary element, replace both primary and
secondary elements.
IMPORTANT
The air cleaner's primary (outer) filter
element should be replaced after six
cleanings or at least every three years.
IMPORTANT
The secondary (inner) element should be
replaced every third time the primary
element is changed.
j. Clean inside of canister and cover with a damp
cloth.
IMPORTANT
Leave secondary element in place to
prevent ingress of dirt into engine intake.
k. Pat sides of primary element gently to loosen
dirt. Do not tap element against a hard surface.
l. Using a Dry Element Cleaner Gun, clean
element with compressed air.
m. Hold nozzle next to inner surface, and move up
and down pleats.
IMPORTANT
Air pressure must not exceed 60 psi
(420 kPa). Do not direct air against
outside of element, as dirt might be forced
through to inside.
n. Repeat steps h. and i. to remove additional dirt.
o. Repeat inspection before installing.
p. To remove the secondary element (K), pull it out
of the canister.
q. Insert secondary filter element (K) into canister,
seal first, and push until seal is seated inside
canister.
IMPORTANT
When replacing secondary filter, reinsert
new filter as soon as possible to prevent
dirt entering engine intake
r. Insert primary filter element (J) into canister over
secondary element and push into place,
ensuring that element is firmly seated in
canister.