Air Filter - Arctic Cat 700 Diesel ATV 2007 Service Manual

Air Filter

The air filter inside the air filter housing must be kept
clean to provide good engine power and fuel mileage.
If the ATV is used under normal conditions, service
the filter at the intervals specified. If operated in dusty,
wet, or muddy conditions, inspect and service the filter
more frequently. Use the following procedure to
remove the filter and inspect and/or clean it.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
FILTER
! CAUTION
Failure to inspect the air filter frequently if the vehi-
cle is used in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions can
damage the engine.
NOTE: This ATV is equipped with a dry-paper air
filter and a cotton-fabric safety element.
1. Open the air filter access cover and remove the
operator's seat; then rotate the air filter housing
cover counterclockwise and remove from the filter
housing.
2. Remove the dry-paper air filter. Do not remove the
cotton-fabric safety element at this time.
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3. Clean dust and debris from the air filter housing;
then remove the cotton-fabric safety element using
care not to allow dirt and debris to enter the
engine.
4. Lightly tap the dry-paper air filter to dislodge the
dirt and dust. Do not use compressed air.
5. Insert a suitable light into the dry-paper air filter
and look for any "pin-points" of light shining out
of the filter medium. A bright "pin-point" of light
indicates a hole and the filter element must be
replaced.
! CAUTION
A torn air filter can cause damage to the engine. Dirt
and dust may enter 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.
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