8-158EBU23742Cleaning the air filter elementThe air filter element should be cleaned at the in-tervals specified in the periodic maintenance andlubrication chart. Clean the air filter element morefrequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dustyareas.TIPThere is a check hose at the bottom of the air filtercase. If dust or water collects in this hose, emptythe hose and clean the air filter element and air fil-ter case.1. Place the ATV on a level surface.2. Remove the seat. (See page 4-11.)3. Remove the air filter case cover by unhookingthe holders.4. Pull the air filter element out of the air filtercase.1. Air filter case check hose1. Air filter case cover2. Air filter case cover holder