Air Filter - Arctic Cat 550 H1 EFI Manual

AIR FILTER

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 specified in the Mainte-
nance Schedule. If operated in dusty, wet,
or muddy conditions, inspect and service
the filter more frequently. Use the follow-
ing procedure 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. Raise the storage compartment
cover; then slide the cover forward
and off the compartment. Remove
the storage compartment.
2. Remove the wing nuts securing the
air filter housing cover and the air
filter/frame assembly.
3. Remove the foam element from the
frame making sure not to tear the
element.
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4. Fill a wash pan larger than the ele-
ment with a non-flammable solvent;
then dip the element in the solvent
and wash it.
„ 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 ring 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.
CAUTION
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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 clean-
ing it. Replace the element with a
new one if it is torn.
9. Clean any dirt or debris from inside
the air cleaner.
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10. Install the air filter/frame assembly
and cover.
11. Install the storage compartment and
cover.
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