Replacing the Air Filter
1. Remove the air-filter element; refer to steps
5
in
Checking the Filter (page
2. Inspect the new filter for shipping damage.
Note: Check the sealing end of the filter.
Important: Do not install a damaged filter.
3. Install the new air filter; refer to
(page
31).
Installing the Filter
Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate
the engine with the complete air cleaner assembly
installed.
Note: Do not use a damaged element.
Note: Cleaning of the used air-filter element is not
recommended due to the possibility of damage to the filter
media.
1. Clean the dirt ejection port located on the air-filter
cover(Figure
33).
2. Remove the rubber outlet valve from the cover, clean
the cavity, and replace the outlet valve
3. Insert the air-filter element into air-filter housing by
applying pressure to the outer rim of the element to
seat it into the air-filter housing
Note: Ensure that the filter is sealed properly by
applying pressure to the outer rim of the filter when
installing it. Do not press on the flexible center of the
filter.
4. Align the air-cleaner cover with the air-cleaner housing
with the the rubber outlet valve in a downward
position—between approximately 5:00 to 7:00 O'clock
when viewed from the end
5. Secure the cover to the housing with the latches
33).
6. Lower the cargo box; refer to
(page
17).
1
through
30).
Installing the Filter
(Figure
33).
(Figure
33).
(Figure
33).
(Figure
Lowering the Cargo Box
Servicing the Engine Oil
Note: Change the oil and oil filter more frequently when
operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service CH-4, CI-4, CJ-4, or
higher)
Viscosity: See the table below
Crankcase Capacity: 1.4 liters. (48 oz. or 1.5 qt) when the
filter is changed
F -30
10
-10
C -34
-23
-12
STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
* A synthetic 5W -30 oil may be used.
Changing the Oil
Service Interval: After the first 50 hours
Every 150 hours (twice as often in special operating
conditions; refer to Maintaining the Vehicle under
Special Operating Conditions).
1. Start the vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to
warm the oil.
2. Park the machine on a level surface, set the parking
brake, turn the ignition off, and remove the key.
3. Raise the cargo box and secure it with the prop rod;
refer to
Raising the Cargo Box (page
4. Disconnect the positive battery cable; refer to
Disconnecting the Battery (page
5. Align a drain pan with a 1.6 L (1.7 qt) capacity under
the drain plug
(Figure
31
15W-40
10W-30
5W-30
32
50
70
90
0
10
32
21
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Figure 34
17).
33).
35).
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