1. | See Figure 1. Loosen clamp (2). Separate the filter (6) from the air inlet tube (1) . NOTE The chrome backplate is adhered to the element. | |
2. | Remove screw (3) and medallion (4). | |
3. | Gently tap the element to dislodge any loose dirt. Gently brush with a soft bristle brush. | |
4. | Spray air filter cleaner liberally onto the cotton filter media and let soak for ten minutes. Alternatively, roll the cotton filter media in a shallow pan of air filter cleaner. Remove immediately, and let soak for ten minutes. | |
5. | Rinse the filter media from the inside with low-pressure tap water. | |
6. | Shake off all excess water and let the filter media air-dry. DO NOT use compressed air or a heat gun to speed drying. | |
7. | Inspect filter. Replace the filter element if necessary. NOTE DO NOT OVER-OIL THE AIR FILTER. Over-oiling may affect performance of the engine and/ or certain engine components. If oil is still draining or dripping from the element twenty minutes after oiling, clean the filter element. | |
8. | After the filter media is completely dry, apply air filter oil along each pleat, once only. a. EITHER spray holding the spray nozzle approximately 76 mm (3 in) away from the media. b. OR carefully use a squeeze bottle to deposit oil. NOTE Let the oil wick (absorb) into the filter media for twenty minutes before proceeding. | |
9. | After twenty minutes, inspect the filter media. Carefully apply oil to any remaining visible white spots on the filter media and allow to absorb. | |
10. | Install medallion and screw. NOTE If air filter requires replacement, remove CVO emblem (5) from old air filter and install to new filter. | |
11. | Replace the filter element if damaged or if filter media cannot be adequately cleaned. | |
12. | Install air filter element with clamp onto the intake tube until it is fully seated in the groove. NOTE Hold worm drive in approximate center of notch when tightening clamp. | |
13. | Orient the air filter element so the symbol on the front cover aligns properly. Tighten the clamp to 5.1–6.2 N·m (45–55 in-lbs). |
1 | Intake tube |
2 | Hose clamp |
3 | Screw |
4 | Medallion assembly |
5 | CVO medallion |
6 | Air filter |