Operation Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 63
12.24 Removing the air filter
Note
Engine damage Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
Dust and dirt will enter the engine without an air filter.
– Never start to use the vehicle without an air filter.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Preparatory work
– Remove the air filter box cover. ( p. 62)
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Main work
–
Detach retaining tab

. Remove air filter with air filter support.
– Remove air filter from air filter support.
12.25 Installing the air filter
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Main work
– Mount the clean air filter on the air filter support.
–
Grease the air filter in area

.
Long-life grease ( p. 143)
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–
Insert air filter and position retaining pin

in bushing

.
The air filter is correctly positioned.
–
Insert retaining tab

.
Retaining pin

is secured by retaining tab

.
Info
If the air filter is not mounted correctly, dust and dirt may enter the engine
and result in damage.
Finishing work
– Install the air filter box cover. ( p. 62)
12.26 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
Do not clean the air filter with fuel or petroleum since these substances attack the foam.