5.3: Air Filter Service
1. Loosen the cover screw nuts and remove the maintenance cover.
2. Remove the air filter cover.
3. Remove the air filter sponge (refer to Fig. 5.0)
4. Check the filter sponge to make sure that it is clean and in good condition. If the sponge is dirty, clean it
as described in Fig. 5.1. Replace the sponge if it is damaged.
To clean the sponge:
1. Clean the sponge in warm soapy water or nonflammable solvent, rinse , and allow to dry thoroughly.
2. Dip the sponge in clean engine oil and squeeze out all excess oil. The engine will smoke when started if
too much oil is left in the filter.
3. Wipe dirt from the air filter cover using a moist rag.
4. Reinstall the sponge and the air filter cover
5. Close the maintenance cover with screws
Air filter sponge
Air filter cover
Fig. 5.0
Fig. 5.1
Maintenance cover
Screws
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