Air Filter Housing; Muffler Spark Arrester - Can-Am DS 450 EFI X mx Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
3. Rinse air filter with warm water.
4. Squeeze foam to remove excess
water. Let dry air filter thoroughly.
NOTE: Slight dust may be cleaned us-
ing a low-pressure airgun. Blow com-
pressed air backward of operating air
flow.
If air filter element is damaged, replace
with a new one.
5. When the filter is dried, re-oil with
air filter oil (P/N 219 700 340) or an
equivalent.
Air Filter Installation
Properly reinstall removed parts in the
reverse order of their removal.

Air Filter Housing

Air Filter Housing Inspection
Periodically inspect air filter housing
drain tube for liquid or deposits.
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1. Air filter housing
2. Drain tube
3. Clamp
NOTE: If vehicle is used in dusty areas,
inspect more frequently than specified
MAINTENANCE CHART
in
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If liquid or deposits are found, squeeze
and remove the clamp. Pull drain tube
out then empty it.
liquid or deposits are found in the
drain tube.
When liquid or deposits are found, the
air filter must be inspected/dried or
replaced depending on its condition.
Remove air filter as explained above.

Muffler Spark Arrester

Muffler Spark Arrester Cleaning
The muffler spark arrester must be
periodically cleaned from accumulat-
ed carbon. Refer to
SCHEDULE
The entire exhaust system should also
be visually inspected for cracks, leaks
or any damage.
1. Remove the retaining screws, re-
.
NOTICE
Do not start engine when
.
WARNING
Never perform this operation im-
mediately after the engine has
been running because exhaust
system is very hot.
move restriction plate, then re-
move spark arrestor.
MAINTENANCE