Checking Spark Arrestor

CAUTION: Touching hot surfaces can burn skin. The engine, components, and fluids will be hot if the engine has been running. Keep hands and body away from hot surfaces when servicing or working near the engine and components.

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

2. Allow vehicle to cool completely.

3. 
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   Remove access plug (A) from bottom of muffler (B)

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4. CAUTION: Avoid injury! Compressed air can cause debris to fly a long distance.

   • Clear work area of bystanders.
   • Wear eye protection when using compressed air for cleaning purposes.
   • Reduce compressed air pressure to:

     Item	Measurement	Specification
     Compressed Air	Pressure	210 kPa (30 psi)

   
   

   Use compressed air to blow into hole (where access plug was removed) to clean spark arrestor.

5. Apply anti-seize compound onto access plug and install into bottom of muffler. Tighten to:

   Item	Measurement	Specification
   Access Plug	Torque	30 N•m (22 lb-ft)