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: A. Accelerator Pedal Pivot B. Brake Pedal Pivot C. Shift Cable
3. Install the snorkel to the air inlet and tighten the clamp securely. Reinstall the left-side access panel.
Engine Air Filter Primary Air Filter/Safety Filter/ Clean-out Valve
The engine air filter inside the air filter housing must be kept clean to provide good engine power and fuel mileage. If the vehicle is used under normal conditions, service the filter at the intervals specified. If operated in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions, inspect and service the filter more frequently. Use the following procedure to clear the clean-out valve, remove the primary filter and safety filter, and inspect and/or clean them.
SPECIAL TOOLS
CAUTION
A number of special tools must be available to the technician when performing service procedures in this section. Refer to the current Special Tools Catalog for the appropriate tool description. NOTE: When indicated for use, each special tool
will be identified by its specific name, as shown in the chart below, and capitalized. Description Drive and Driven Clutch Holder Tool Drive Belt Gauge Hub Retaining Wrench
p/n 0444-317 0444-177 0444-270
NOTE: Special tools are available from the Service
Department.
Failure to inspect the air filter frequently if the vehicle is used in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions can damage the engine.
NOTE: To access the air filter housing, the rightside access panel must be removed and the cargo box raised if desired. REMOVING AND INSPECTING
1. Remove dirt and debris from around the air filter housing cover; then squeeze the clean-out valve to clear it of any accumulated dirt or dust. 2. Check the clean-out valve for cracks or damage. Replace as needed.
CVT Air Inlet This vehicle is equipped with an air inlet to collect air for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). NOTE: When servicing clutches or belt, it is recommended to inspect and clean the CVT air inlet.
1. Remove the left-side access panel; loosen the clamp that holds the snorkel portion to the air inlet. MOD085
3. Pull out on the orange air filter housing cover lock; then turn the air filter housing cover counterclockwise to access the filter.
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2. Disconnect snorkel portion from air inlet; clean and inspect.
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