Cleaning The Spark Arrester - Yamaha Kodiak 450 Owner's Manual

7. Squeeze out the excess moisture, and let dry.
NOTICE: Do not twist the sponge material
when squeezing it.
8. Check the air filter elements (sponge material)
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for damage, replace if necessary.
9. Apply YAMALUBE Foam Air Filter Oil (or
equivalent) to the air filter elements.
TIP
The sponge material should be wet but not drip-
ping.
10. Install the sub air filter element.
11. Install the main air filter element onto its
frame, then the lock plate, and then install the
main air filter assembly.
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12. Install the air filter case cover by hooking the
holders onto the cover. NOTICE: Make sure
that the air filter element is properly seated
in the air filter case. Never operate the en-
gine with the air filter element removed.
Doing so would allow unfiltered air to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear and
possible engine damage. Additionally, the
fuel injection system would be affected re-
sulting in poor engine performance and
possible overheating.
13. Install the seat.
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Cleaning the spark arrester

Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool be-
fore cleaning the spark arrester.
1. Remove the tailpipe bolts.
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