Replace The Engine Air Filter Element - Ford Models - Genie GS-3384 Service Manual

January 2013
3 Using a mild solvent, carefully wash the cap
venting system. Dry using low pressure
compressed air. Repeat this procedure
beginning with step 2.
4 Install the fuel tank cap onto the fuel tank.
5 Remove the breather cap from the hydraulic
tank.
6 Check for proper venting.
Result: Air passes through the fuel tank cap.
Proceed to step 8.
Result: If air does not pass through the cap,
clean or replace the cap. Proceed to step 7.
Note: When checking for positive tank cap venting,
air should pass freely through the cap.
7 Using a mild solvent, carefully wash the cap
venting system. Dry using low pressure
compressed air. Repeat this procedure
beginning with step 6.
8 Install the breather cap onto the hydraulic tank.
Part No. 84793
Section 3 • Scheduled Maintenance Procedures
B-19
Replace the Engine Air Filter
Element - Ford Models
Engine specifications require that this procedure be
performed every 400 hours or semi-annually,
whichever comes first. Perform this procedure more
often if dusty conditions exist.
Maintaining the engine air filter in good condition is
essential to good engine performance and service
life. Failure to perform this procedure can lead to
poor engine performance and component damage.
Note: Perform this procedure with the engine off.
1 Release the latches on the engine tray and fully
slide the engine tray out.
2 Insert a 6 inch / 15 cm screwdriver or rod into
the engine tray lock hole located near the
engine tray roller wheels to prevent the engine
tray from moving.
3 Remove the retaining ring from the end cap of
the air filter canister.
4 Remove the end cap from the air cleaner
canister.
5 Remove the air filter retaining fastener. Remove
the air filter element.
6 Clean the inside of the canister and the gasket
with a damp cloth.
7 Install the new filter element.
8 Install the air filter canister end cap and the end
cap retaining ring.
GS-84 • GS-90
CHECKLIST B PROCEDURES
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