Installing The Air Filter; Cleaning The Air Filter And Air Filter Box - KTM 350 EXC-F 2021 Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Installing the air filter

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V01813-10

Cleaning the air filter and air filter box

Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the applicable regulations.
Info
Do not clean the air filter with fuel or petroleum since these substances attack the foam.
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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 ( p. 170)
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Insert air filter and position retaining pin
The air filter is correctly positioned.
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Secure the bottom retaining pin with holding tab
Info
If the air filter is not mounted correctly, dust and dirt
may enter the engine and result in damage.
Finishing work
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Install the air filter box cover. (
Preparatory work
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Remove the air filter box cover. (
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Remove the air filter. (
Main work
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Wash the air filter thoroughly in special cleaning liquid and
allow it to dry properly.
Air filter cleaner ( p. 170)
Info
Only press the air filter to dry it, never wring it out.
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Oil the dry air filter with a high-grade air filter oil.
Oil for foam air filter (
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Clean the air filter box.
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Check the intake flange for damage and looseness.
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in bushing
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p. 78)
p. 78)
p. 79)
p. 170)
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