Spark Arrester; Heat Shield - Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual

Section 03 ENGINE
Subsection 03 (EXHAUST SYSTEM)
Exhaust Pipe Installation
For the installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure. However, pay attention to the following.
Install NEW gaskets.
Tighten exhaust pipe nut then the muffler clamp.

SPARK ARRESTER

Spark Arrester Removal
WARNING
Never perform this operation immediately af-
ter the engine has run, exhaust system is very
hot.
Remove the spark arrester screws from the muf-
fler.
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1. Spark arrester screws
Pull spark arrester out of muffler.
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1. Spark arrester
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Spark Arrester Cleaning
Remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester
using a brush.
NOTE: Use a soft brush and be careful to avoid
damaging spark arrester.
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1. Clean this portion
Replace spark arrester if it is damaged.
Spark Arrester Installation
For installation, reverse the removal procedure.

HEAT SHIELD

Heat Shield Removal
Apply heat on heat shield screws to break the
threadlocker.
Remove screws then the heat shield.
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1. Heat shield screws
Heat Shield Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure.
Apply Loctite 271 (red) (P/N 293 800 005) on
threads of heat shield screws.
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