Exhaust - Spark Arrestor - Polaris RZR 170 2009 Service Manual

Exhaust - Spark Arrestor

WARNING
Do not clean spark arrestor immediately after the
engine has been run, as the exhaust system
becomes very hot. Serious burns could result from
contact with the exhaust components. Allow
components to cool sufficiently before proceeding.
Wear eye protection and gloves.
Never run the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust
contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can
cause loss of consciousness or death in a very
short time.
To remove accumulated carbon, clean the spark arrestor at the
interval recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
1. Remove the retaining screws and remove the arrestor from
the end of the silencer.
2. Use a non-synthetic brush to clean the arrestor screen. A
synthetic brush may melt if components are warm.
3. Inspect the screen for wear and damage.
required.
4. Reinstall the arrestor and torque the fasteners to
specification.
Silencer
Screen
Retaining
Screws
Spark Arrestor Fasteners
7 ft. lbs. (9.5 Nm)
Replace if
Arrestor
= T
MAINTENANCE
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