Servicing Air Intake

1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in SAFETY.)


Checking and Cleaning Air Intake

  1. Allow engine to cool.

  2. Tilt seats forward.

  3. Raise and secure cargo box with latch support.

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    Check intake hose (A) for damage or cracking. Replace if necessary.



  5. Remove four rubber latch straps (B) on each side of cover (C). Remove cover (C).

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    Clean any debris from inlet (D).



  7. Check filter element (E) for dirt or debris. Clean and dry completely and install back onto air intake.

  8. Install cover (C) back onto air intake and secure with eight rubber straps.

  9. Lower the cargo box.

  10. Lower seats.


Servicing Air Cleaner Element

IMPORTANT: Dirt and debris can enter engine when air cleaner canister is opened. Do not open canister unless required for scheduled service. This will keep contamination of the intake system to a minimum.

Check filter element more frequently if operating in dusty conditions.

  1. Allow engine to cool.

  2. Tilt seats forward.

  3. Raise and secure cargo box with latch support.

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    Check intake hose (A) for damage or cracking. Replace if necessary.



  5. Remove four rubber latch straps (B) on each side of cover (C). Remove cover (C).

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    Remove and discard filter element (D). Replace with a new filter element.



  7. Clean any debris from clutch inlet (E).

  8. Install cover (C) back onto air intake and secure with eight rubber straps.

  9. Lower the cargo box.

  10. Lower seats.

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