2. Remove the air filter element by removing the
screw, and then pull off the sponge material
from the air filter element holder.
1. Air filter element holder
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2. Sponge material
3. Wash the sponge material gently but thor-
oughly in solvent.
WARNING
Always use parts cleaning solvent to clean the
sponge material. Never use low-flash-point
solvents or gasoline to clean the sponge mate-
2
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rial because the engine could catch fire or ex-
plode.
4. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge
material and let it dry.
NOTICE
Do not twist the sponge material when squeez-
ing it.
5. Check the sponge material and replace it if
damaged.
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