Honda GXV340 Operating And Maintenance Manual page 18

2. Air cleaner service
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent
carburetor malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service
more frequently when operating the engine in extremely dusty
areas.
Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air
cleaner element. A fire or explosion could result.
Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear
will result.
1. Remove the wing nut and the air cleaner cover. Remove the
elements and separate them. Carefully check both elements for
holes or tears and replace if damaged.
2. Foam element: Clean in warm soapy water, rince and allow to
dry thoroughly. Or clean in high flash-point solvent and allow to
dry. Dip the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out all the
excess. The engine will smoke during initial start-up if too much
oil is felt in the foam.
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