SCREAMIN' EAGLE "HEAVY BREATHER - ELITE" PERFORMANCE AIR CLEANER KIT
J058232024-01-24
GENERAL
Kit Numbers
29400172, 29400173, 29400285
Models
For model fitment information, see the P&A retail catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
NOTE
These kits are intended for High Performance applications only. Engine-related performance parts are intended FOR THE EXPERIENCED RIDER ONLY.
Installation Requirements
Loctite® 243 (Blue) Threadlocker and Sealant (Part No. 99642-97) is required for proper installation of this kit.
WARNING
Rider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet refers to service manual information. A service manual for your year/model motorcycle is required for this installation. One is available from a Harley-Davidson dealer.
NOTICE
You must recalibrate the ECM when installing this kit. Failure to properly recalibrate the ECM can result in severe engine damage. (00399b)
See a Harley-Davidson dealer for ECM (Electronic Control Module) calibration.
Kit Contents
See Figure 1 and Table 1.
INSTALLATION
WARNING
Disconnect negative (-) battery cable first. If positive (+) cable should contact ground with negative (-) cable connected, the resulting sparks can cause a battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00049a)
  1. Refer to the service manual. Remove seat. Disconnect both battery cables, negative battery cable first. Save all seat mounting hardware.
WARNING
When servicing the fuel system, do not smoke or allow open flame or sparks in the vicinity. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury. (00330a)
Original Equipment (OE) Air Cleaner Removal
Have a Harley-Davidson dealer recalibrate the ECM before air cleaner installation.
  1. Remove the air cleaner backplate following the instructions in the service manual.
  2. See Figure 1. Remove and discard support induction module bracket (A).
"Heavy Breather - Elite" Air Cleaner Installation
NOTE
When servicing the air cleaner, apply Loctite 243 (blue) to all threaded fasteners (both male and female threads).
1. Install ACR clip (8) and screws (9). Tighten the ACR clip screws.
Torque: 3.4–4.5 N·m (30–40 in-lbs) Screw
2. Remove the backing from the adhesive side of the induction module backplate gasket (10). Align the holes. Install the gasket on the backplate (6).
3. Install the new square rings (7) in the counterbore around the breather screw holes on the induction module side of the backplate.
4. Align the holes in the induction module with the holes in the backplate.
5. Apply a small amount of Loctite to the backplate mounting screw (11) threads. Insert the screws through the backplate and into the induction module until the screw threads are engaged. DO NOT tighten now.
6. Install the new O-rings (5) in the counterbore around the breather screw holes on the air cleaner side of the backplate.
7. Insert the breather screws (4) through the backplate. Apply a liberal amount of Loctite to the breather screw threads and the mating tapped holes in the cylinder head. Install the screws into the cylinder head. DO NOT tighten now.
8. Alternately tighten the two breather screws.
Torque: 13.6–16.3 N·m (120–144 in-lbs) screw
9. Tighten the three backplate mounting screws.
Torque: 6.2–6.8 N·m (55–60 in-lbs) screw
Air Filter Element and Intake Tube Installation
NOTE
  • This air filter is PRE-OILED and ready to install.
  • For best appearance, keep the band clamp screw mechanism hidden from view. However, leave the screw slot accessible for tightening.
10. Line up the holes in the gasket (3) with the holes in the intake tube (2) flange.
11. Apply a small amount of Loctite to the threads of the three flat head screws (1).
12. Secure the intake tube and gasket to the air cleaner backplate, and tighten the screws.
Torque: 6.2–6.8 N·m (55–60 in-lbs) screw
13. Remove the air filter element (13) and band clamp (12) from the package. Loosen the band clamp as necessary allow removal or repositioning.
14. Install the air filter element onto the intake tube until it is fully seated in the groove. Check that the filter element medallion is parallel. Keep the band clamp screw mechanism hidden from view. However, leave the screw slot accessible for tightening. Tighten the clamp around the filter element flange.
Torque: 5.1–6.2 N·m (45–55 in-lbs) Band clamp
NOTE
Install the rain sock over the air filter element in wet or rainy conditions to prevent water intrusion.
15. Install the rain sock (19) over the air filter element.
WARNING
Connect positive (+) battery cable first. If positive (+) cable should contact ground with negative (-) cable connected, the resulting sparks can cause a battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00068a)
16. Refer to the service manual and follow the instructions given to connect the battery cables, positive cable first. Install seat.
WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00070b)
Air Filter Element Maintenance
1. Inspect the air filter element every 5000 miles (8000 km), or more often under dusty conditions. Replace air filter element every 50,000 miles (80,000 km).
NOTE
The use of cleaning, drying or oiling methods or products other than those shown damages the filter and can void the manufacturer's warranty.
K&N® Air Filter Cleaner and Air Filter Oil is available from a Harley-Davidson dealer.
DO NOT OVER-OIL THE AIR FILTER. Over-oiling can interfere with the proper performance of the engine and/or certain engine components. If oil is still draining or dripping from the filter media 20 minutes after oiling, clean and oil the filter element again.
2. To clean the element:
a. Loosen the hose clamp retaining the air filter element assembly to the air tube. Separate the element from the air tube.
b. Remove screw (18) and medallion (16).
c. Tap the element to dislodge any loose dirt. Gently brush with a soft bristle brush.
d. Spray air filter cleaner liberally onto the cotton filter media and let soak for ten minutes, OR roll or soak the cotton filter media in a shallow pan of air filter cleaner. Remove immediately, and let soak for ten minutes.
e. Rinse off the filter media (flowing from the clean side to the dirty side), with low-pressure tap water.
f. After rinsing, shake off all excess water, and let the filter media air dry. DO NOT use compressed air or a heat gun to speed drying.
g. After the filter media is completely dry, spray air filter oil along each pleat, once only, following the instructions provided with the air filter oil.
h. Install medallion and screw.
3. Install air filter element with clamp onto the intake tube until it is fully seated into the groove. Check that the element medallion is parallel to the motorcycle. Tighten the clamp around the filter element flange.
Torque: 3.4–4.5 N·m (30–40 in-lbs) band clamp
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 1. Service Parts: Screamin' Eagle "Heavy Breather - Elite" Performance Air Cleaner Kit
Table 1. Service Parts
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
1
Screw, flat head (3)
2986
2
Intake tube, chrome
29000075
Intake tube, black
29000062
3
Gasket
29000063
4
Breather screw (2)
29400142
5
O-ring (2)
11900040
6
Backplate, machined, chrome
61300311
Backplate, machined, black
61300312
7
Square ring (2)
11900042
8
Clip, ACR retention
16325-10
9
Screw (2)
4705
10
Gasket, backplate
29241-08
11
Screw, button head (3)
926
12
Band clamp
10074
13
Air cleaner filter kit (chrome trim), includes items 14-15
Air cleaner filter kit (black trim), includes items 14-15
29400141
27300139
14
  • Filter element
Not sold separately
15
  • Cover, band clamp
Not sold separately
16
Intake medallion (chrome)
Intake medallion (black)
14100583
14100894
17
Medallion insert
14100574
18
Screw
10200235
19
Rain sock, air filter
29400122
Items mentioned in text, but not included in kit:
A
Induction module bracket (remove and discard)