MX450 - Airfilter

Cleaning and Removing the airfilter

Loosen the air cleaner retaining bolt. Remove the air filter. Remove

the air filter from the holder.

Thoroughly wash the air filter in clean non-flammable or high flash-point cleaning solvent. Then wash theelement again in a solution of hot water and dishwashing liquid soap. Clean the inside of the air cleanerhousing.

After cleaning, be sure there is no dirt or sand trapped between the inner and outer layer of the cleaner.Wash again if necessary.

Allow the air cleaner to dry thoroughly. After drying, soak the air filter in clean Foam Filter Oil or anequivalent.

Apply air filter oil to the entire surface of the air filter and rub it with both hands to saturate the element withoil.

Gently squeeze out excess oil. It is important not to over oil or under oil the element. Apply a thin coat ofgrease or an equivalent to the sealing surface.

Assemble the air filter and the holder .Slip the air cleaner retaining bolt through the assembly. Tighten theretaining bolt securely.

NOTICE : If the air filter assembly is not installed correctly ,dirt and dust may enter the engine resulting inwear of the piston ring and

cylinder.