WARNINGDo not use gasoline or solvents to clean filter element. Flammable cleaning agents can cause an intake system fire, which could result in death or serious injury. (00101a)
NOTE
Do NOT strike filter element on a hard surface to dislodge dirt.
| 1. | Wash the paper/wire mesh air filter element and breather hoses in lukewarm water with a mild detergent. NOTE Do NOT use air cleaner filter oil on the Harley-Davidson paper/wire mesh air filter element. | |
| WARNING Compressed 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) | ||
| 2. | Allow filter element to air dry or use low-pressure compressed air blowing from the inside. | |
| 3. | Hold the filter element up to a strong light source. The element is sufficiently clean when light is uniformly visible through the media. | |
| 4. | Replace the filter element if damaged or if filter media cannot be adequately cleaned. |