Periodic Maintenance/Tune-Up Tighten all nuts, bolts, and cap screws. Care must be taken that all calibrated nuts, bolts, and cap screws are tightened to specifications. It is advisable to lubricate certain components periodically to ensure free movement. Apply light oil to the components using the following list as reference:
4. Place the element in a pan larger than the element and spray both sides generously with cleaning solvent. Let sit approximately three minutes. NOTE: Foam Air Filter Cleaner and Foam Air Filter Oil are available from the manufacturer.
5. In a pan larger than the element, with a mild detergent (dish soap) and water, wash all the dirt and oil off by squeezing the element, not twisting it wringing out or twisting the filter can cause damage). 6. Rinse off any remaining soap.
A. Throttle Lever Pivot/Cable Ends
7. Remove any excess water from the element by pressing it with a towel.
B. Brake Lever Pivot/Cable Ends
8. Allow the element to dry completely.
CAUTION
SPECIAL TOOLS A number of special tools must be available to the technician when performing service procedures in this section. NOTE: When indicated for use, each special tool will be identified by its specific name, as shown in the chart below, and capitalized. Description
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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.
9. Spray oil generously onto the air filter and work the oil into the element. 10. Squeeze the element to remove excess oil.
Valve Clearance Adjuster
0444-255
Oil Filter Wrench
0644-389
11. Clean any dirt or debris from inside the air cleaner.
Spanner Wrench
0444-240
12. Install the air filter/frame assembly and cover.
Compression Tester Kit
0444-213
13. Install the storage compartment and cover.
NOTE: Special tools are available from the Textron
Off Road Service Department.
CHECKING AND CLEANING DRAINS
1. Inspect the drains beneath the main housing for water/oil and for proper sealing.
Air Filter Use the following 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 element. FI704A
2. Replace any drain that is cracked or shows any signs of hardening or deterioration.
CAUTION The drain to the right is the clean air section of the filter housing. Any leak of this drain will allow dirt into the engine intake causing severe engine damage.
3. Wipe any accumulation of oil or gas from the filter housing and drains.
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