314. Gently slide the filter out of the air cleaner body toreduce the amount of dust dislodged (Fig. 29). Avoidknocking the filter against the air cleaner body.5. Inspect the filter and discard it if it is damaged.Cleaning the Filter ElementImportant Do not wash or reuse a damaged filter.1. Washing method:A. Prepare a solution of filter cleaner and water andsoak the filter element about 15 minutes. Refer tothe directions on the filter cleaner carton forcomplete information.B. After soaking the filter for 15 minutes, rinse it withclear water. Rinse the filter from the clean side tothe dirty side.Important To prevent damage to the filter element,maximum water pressure must not exceed 40 psi (276 kPa).C. Dry the filter element using warm, flowing air at160°F (71°C)maximum, or allow the element toair-dry.Important Do not use a light bulb to dry the filterelement because damage could result.2. Compressed air method:A. Blow compressed air from the inside to the outsideof the dry filter element. Keep the air hose nozzle atleast 2 inches (51 mm) from the filter and move thenozzle up and down while rotating the filterelement.Important To prevent damage to the filter element, donot exceed 100 psi (689 kPa) air pressure.B. Inspect the filter element for holes and tears bylooking through the filter toward a bright light.Installing the Filter ElementImportant To prevent engine damage, always operatethe engine with the complete air cleaner assembly installed.1. Inspect the new filter for shipping damage. Check thesealing end of the filter.Important Do not install a damaged filter.2. Insert the new filter properly into the air cleaner body.Ensure that the filter is sealed properly by applyingpressure to the outer rim of the filter when installing it.Do not press on the flexible center of the filter.3. Install the cover and secure the latches.Greasing the MachineLubricate all bearings and bushings after every 100 hoursor once a year, whichever occurs first. Grease them morefrequently when using the vehicle for heavy-dutyoperations.Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base GreaseWhere to Add GreaseThe grease fitting locations are at the four tie rod ends(Fig. 30) and the two king pins (Fig. 31).1. Wipe the grease fitting clean so that foreign mattercannot be forced into the bearing or bushing.2. Pump grease into the bearing or bushing.3. Wipe off excess grease.m–5320Figure 30m–5324Figure 31