Removing The Air Filter; Installing The Air Filter - KTM 450 SX-F Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.28

Removing the air filter

Note
Engine failure Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
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Never operate the vehicle without an air filter as dust and dirt will enter the engine and lead to increased wear.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
11.29

Installing the air filter

Condition
The air filter box lid is secured.
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Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, air filter box lid
EJOT PT screw (0017060204)
C00492-10
x
Preparatory work
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Remove the air filter box lid. (
Main work
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Detach air filter holder
filter with the air filter support.
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Remove the air filter from the air filter support.
C00171-10
x
Main work
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Mount the clean air filter on the air filter support.
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Grease the air filter in area
Long-life grease (
L00943-10
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Insert both parts together, position them, and fasten them using air filter
1
holder
The arrow of marking UP faces upward.
Info
If the air filter is not mounted correctly, dust and dirt may enter the engine
and cause damage.
101872-10
Finishing work
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Install the air filter box lid. (
1 .
p. 47)
1
at the bottom and swing it to one side. Remove the air
A
.
p. 102)
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p. 47)
EJOT PT ® 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft)
K60x20-Z
48