Refer to Maintenance Scheduling → Regular Service Intervals → Regular Service Intervals: 2007 FXSTSSE. Remove air cleaner cover and inspect filter element at proper intervals. Under dusty conditions, inspect more often.
The paper/wire mesh air filter element should be washed in luke warm water with a mild detergent.
WARNINGCompressed air can pierce the skin and flying debris from compressed air could cause serious eye injury. Wear safety glasses when working with compressed air. Never use your hand to check for air leaks or to determine air flow rates. (00061a)
- Allow filter to either air dry or blow it dry, from the inside, with low pressure air.
- Do not use an air cleaner filter oil on the Harley-Davidson paper/wire mesh air filter element.
NOTICE
Install air filter before running engine. Failure to do so can draw debris into the engine and could result in engine damage. (00207a)
| 1 | Insert |
| 2 | Cover |
| 3 | Filter element |
| 4 | Adhesive gasket |
| 5 | Backplate |
Figure 1. Air Cleaner
| 1 | Insert |
| 2 | Cover |
| 3 | Bracket |
| 4 | Filter element |
| 5 | Backplate |
Figure 2. Air Cleaner: International Models