General; Procedures; Air Filter; Air Filter Housing - Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual

Section 03 ENGINE
Subsection 02 (AIR INTAKE SYSTEM)

GENERAL

During assembly/installation, use the torque val-
ues and service products as in the exploded view.
Clean threads before applying a threadlocker. Re-
SELF-LOCKING FASTENERS
fer to
APPLICATION
at the beginning of this manual for
complete procedure.
WARNING
Torque wrench tightening
must be strictly adhered to.
Locking devices (e.g.: locking tabs, elastic
stop nuts, cotter pin, etc.) must be replaced
with new ones.
Hoses or cables removed or disconnected must
be installed and routed at the same place.
CAUTION: Locking ties removed during a pro-
cedure must be replaced and installed at the
same location.

PROCEDURES

AIR FILTER

Air Filter Removal
CAUTION: Never remove or modify any com-
ponent in the air filter housing. Always use
genuine parts or suitable equivalent when
replacing air filter. The engine is calibrated to
operate specifically with these components.
Otherwise, engine performance degradation
or damage can occur.
Remove seat.
Release clamps and remove air filter housing cov-
er.
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1. Clamps
2. Air filter housing cover
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Loosen clamp and remove filter.
LOCTITE
and
specifications
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1. Clamp
Air Filter Cleaning
Pour air filter cleaner (P/N 219 700 341) or an
equivalent into a bucket.
Put the filter in to soak.
While filter soaks, clean inside of air filter housing.
Rinse air filter with warm water.
Squeeze foam to remove excess water and let dry
air filter thoroughly.
NOTE: Slight dust may be cleaned using a low-
pressure airgun. Blow compressed air backward
of operating air flow.
If air filter element is damaged, replace with a new
one.
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 or-
der of their removal.

AIR FILTER HOUSING

Air Filter Housing Cleaning/Draining
Periodically inspect air filter housing drain tube for
liquid or deposits.
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