Air Filter Housing Drains; Draining V-Belt Cover; Tires - Arctic Cat 650 2011 Operator's Manual

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
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 element 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 air filter and cover.
11. Install the compartment and lid; then
install appropriate reinstallable rivets.
Air Filter Housing
Drains
Inspect the "duck bill" drains beneath the
main housing for debris and for proper
sealing.
CAUTION
The drain on the right side of the
housing is on the "clean air" side of
the air filter. Any leak in this drain
will allow unfiltered air to enter the
engine. Severe engine damage could
occur.

Draining V-Belt Cover

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NOTE: If the ATV has been driven
through water, the V-belt cover
must be drained of any water.
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the drain bolt from the cover
and allow the water to drain out.
3. Shift the range lever to the neutral
position; then start the engine.
4. Increase and decrease engine RPM
several times to "blow out" any
water; then stop the engine.
5. Install the drain bolt and tighten
securely.
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NOTE: The V-belt and pulleys
GZ018A
should be inspected every 500 miles
and the belt replaced (if necessary).

Tires

! WARNING
Always use the size and type of tires
as specified. Refer to the Specifica-
tions Chart for proper tire inflation
pressure, and always maintain proper
tire inflation pressure.
KX045A
CF110A
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