Cleaning Engine Cooling Fins (Kawasaki)

CAUTION: 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 210 kPa (30 psi).

IMPORTANT: An obstructed air intake screen can cause engine damage due to overheating. Keep air intake screen and other external surfaces of the engine, including cooling fins, clean at all times to allow adequate air intake.

NOTE: Cleanout panels should also be removed and all debris cleaned with this procedure.

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

2. Raise thigh pad.

3. 
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   Remove spark plug wires (A) from both spark plugs.

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4. 
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   Clean outer air intake screen (B) with a rag, brush, or compressed air.

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5. Remove three cap screws (C), and remove outer air intake screen (B).

6. 
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   Clean inner screen (D) with a rag, brush, or compressed air.

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7. Remove three screws (E), inner screen (D), and spacer (F).

8. 
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   Rear of engine cover shown.

   
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   Right side of engine cover shown.

   
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   Left side of engine cover shown.

   Remove six screws (G), and raise engine cover.

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9. 
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   Rear of engine cover shown.

   With compressed air, thoroughly clean grass buildup and debris from the following areas:
   • Engine cooling fins (H) at rear of engine.
   • Area behind each spark plug wire access hole.
   • Area between engine and machine frame.
   
   

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10. 
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    Install spark plug wires (A).

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11. Install engine cover and intake screens.