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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Air Cleaner Housing
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    NOTE:

    DO NOT remove the screws from the upper air cleaner cover.

  1. Loosen the air cleaner cover screws (1).
  2. Fig 2: Identifying Air Cleaner Element
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  3. Open the air cleaner cover.
  4. Remove the air filter from the air cleaner.
  5. NOTE:

    The air cleaner cover has a hydro carbon adsorber that is not serviceable. If the adsorber shows any kind of physical damage the cover must be replaced.

  6. Inspect the air cleaner housing assembly for damage. If a problem is found, replace as necessary.