AIR CLEANER
In case of driving in dusty environment,
air filter shall be cleaned regularly. It is of
great possibility to accelerate wear to
engine if there is not filtering element or
worn filtering element is used. So, please
keep air filter under good conditions all the
time. If vehicle is used in dusty area, inspect
more frequently than specified in
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
.
If the air cleaner is clogged with
dust,intake resistance will be increased,with
a resultant decrease in power output and
an increase in fuel consumption. never
remove or modify any component in the air
filter housing. The engine management
system is calibrated to operate specifically
with these components. Otherwise, engine
performance degradation or damage can
occur.Check and clean the air cleaner
element in the following manner:
Replacing the Air Filter
NOTE: Never modify the air intake system.
Otherwise, engine performance
degradation or damage can occur. The
engine is calibrated to operate specifically
with these components.
Air Filter Replacement Guideline Air filter
replacement should be adjusted according
to riding conditions as it is critical to ensure
proper engine performance and life span.
Air filter replacement frequency must be
increased for the following dusty
conditions:
-Driving on dry sand
-Riding on dry dirt covered surfaces
-Riding on dry gravel roads or similar
conditions.
NOTE: Riding in a group in these conditions
would increase even more the air filter
replacement requirement.
Removing the Air Filter
Tilt cargo box.
Unlatch air filter cover and remove air filter.
RH SIDE OF VEHICLE, UNDER CARGO BOX
1. Air filter cover
2. Latches
3. Duck bill valve
The filter fits tightly over the outlet tube
and there will be some initial resistance.
Gently move the end of the filter back and
forth to break the seal, then rotate while
pulling straight out. Avoid knocking the
filter against the housing. Replace air filter if
clogged. Always use the recommended air
filter or an equivalent.
Cleaning the Duckbill Valve
Visually check and physically squeeze the
duckbill valve. Make sure the valve is
flexible and not inverted, damaged or
plugged.
Installing the Air Filter
Insert the filter carefully. Seat the filter by
hand, making certain it is inserted
completely into the air cleaner housing.
Apply pressure by hand at the outer rim of
the filter, not the flexible center. Secure air
filter cover with latches.
Cleaning the Duckbill Valve Visually check
and physically squeeze the duckbill valve.
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