SPARK ARRESTOR
WARNING
• Never operate the vehicle without the spark arrestor.
• Remove any combustible materials from the area.
Failure to heed the following warnings while servicing the spark arrestor
could result in serious injury or death.
• Never run the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas that can cause loss of consciousness or death in a
very short time.
• Do NOT perform service on the spark arrestor while the system is HOT.
Exhaust system temperatures can reach extreme temperatures. Allow
components to cool sufficiently before proceeding.
• Do not stand behind or in front of the vehicle while purging the exhaust
system.
• Never go under the vehicle while it is inclined.
• Wear eye protection and gloves while servicing.
Periodically clean the spark arrestor
to remove accumulated carbon. A
plugged spark arrestor will affect
engine performance. Clean daily
when driving in mud and water.
Replace a cracked or damaged
arrestor before operating.
1. Remove the arrestor nut
q
and retaining bolt
w
.
2. Remove the arrestor from the end of the muffler.
3. Use a non-synthetic brush to clean the arrestor screen
e
. A synthetic brush
may melt if components are warm. If necessary, blow debris from the screen
with compressed air.
4. Inspect the screen for wear and damage. Replace a worn or damaged
screen.
5. Reinstall the arrestor. Torque bolt to 7.4 ft. lbs. (10 N⋅m).
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