Husqvarna R 316TX Operator's Manual page 20

engine becomes too hot. Let the engine cool before it is
cleaned. Clean with water and a brush.
Grass cuttings around the muffler dry quickly and are a
fire risk. Use a brush or remove the grass cuttings with
water when the muffler is cold.
To clean the cold air intake of the
engine
WARNING: Stop the engine. The cold air
intake rotates and can cause injury to your
fingers.
• Make sure that the intake grille on the engine cover
is not blocked. Remove grass and dirt with a brush.
• Open the engine cover. Make sure that the engine
cold air intake is not blocked. Remove grass and dirt
with a brush.
To remove the covers
To open the engine cover
1. Fold the seat forward.
2. Release the clip on the engine cover with the tool
attached to the ignition key.
3. Fold the engine cover rearward.
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To remove the front cover
1. Release the clip on the front cover with the tool
attached to the ignition key.
2. Lift off the front cover.
To remove the right footrest plate
1. Turn the knob on the reverse pedal (A) to remove it.
2. Remove the 3 screws (B) and remove the footrest
plate.
To remove the left footrest plate
• Remove the 3 screws and remove the footrest plate.
To examine the steering wires
The tension of the steering wires can decrease after a
period of time. This causes the adjustment of the
steering to change.
Examine and adjust the steering as follows:
B
A
B
B
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