Air Filter (Engine) - Arctic Cat DVX 300 Operator's Manual

Air Filter (Engine)

The air filter inside the air filter housing
must be kept clean to provide good
engine power and gas mileage. If the
ATV is used under normal conditions,
service the filter at the intervals speci-
fied. If operated in dusty, wet, or muddy
conditions, inspect and service the filter
more frequently. Use the following pro-
cedure to remove the filter and inspect
and/or clean it.
CAUTION
Failure to inspect the air filter fre-
quently if the ATV is used in dusty,
wet, or muddy conditions can dam-
age the engine.
1. Remove the seat.
2. Remove the air filter housing cover
by unseating the two retaining clips;
then lifting and removing the cover.
3. Remove the air filter retaining nut
(1); then remove the foam element
(2) from its frame.
4. Fill a wash pan larger than the ele-
ment with a non-flammable cleaning
solvent; then dip the element in the
solvent and wash it.
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NOTE: Foam Air Filter Cleaner
and Foam Air Filter Oil are available
from Arctic Cat.
5. Squeeze the element by pressing it
between the palms of both hands to
remove excess solvent. Do not twist
or wring the element or it will
develop cracks.
6. Dry the element.
7. Put the element in a plastic bag; then
pour in air filter oil and work the oil
into the element.
8. Squeeze the element to remove
excess oil.
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A torn air filter can cause damage to
the ATV engine. Dirt and dust may
get inside the engine if the element
is torn. Carefully examine the ele-
ment for tears before and after
cleaning it. Replace the element with
a new one if it is torn.
9. Clean any dirt or debris from inside
the air cleaner. Be sure no dirt enters
the carburetor.
10. Install the foam element into its
frame; then place the assembly into
position in the housing and secure
with the retaining nut.
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11. Install the cover and secure with the
retaining clips.
12. Install the seat making sure it is
properly secured.
CAUTION
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