ENGINE
4203780 First Edition 3-9
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Figure 3-11
4. Remove the wing nut and gasket (4), and slide the
element (5) out of the assembly.
Installation Notes
• Install air cleaner in the reverse order of removal.
• If a new element is installed, use a new gasket (4).
Muffler
Removal, Inspection, and Installation
See Figures 3-12 and 3-13.
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CAUTION
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
2. Allow the engine to cool completely.
3. Raise the hood.
Figure 3-12
4. Remove the muffler clamp and hardware (2) from the
exhaust pipe (1).
5. Remove four nuts (4), isolation mounts (5), screws
(7), and eight flat washers (3). Remove the muffler
(8) from the two muffler brackets (6) and exhaust
pipe (1).
Figure 3-13
6. Remove the four bolts (9) securing the exhaust pipe
(11) to the exhaust manifold (10).
7. Inspect the exhaust system for cracks, holes, and
distortion. Replace exhaust gaskets and exhaust
clamps.
Do not attempt to service the exhaust system
when the engine is hot. Serious personal injury
can occur.
TN2001
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TN1996
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TN2010
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