2011 Kawasaki KX250F Owners Manual - Page 50

48 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT WARNING Gasoline and low-flash point solvents can be flammable and/or explosive and cause severe burns. Clean the element in a well-ventilated area, and take care that there is no spark or flame anywhere near the working areas. Do not use gasoline or low-flash point solvents to clean the element. cleaning, let the filter dry completely. Satu• After rate the element with a high-quality foam air filter oil and make sure that the oil is evenly applied throughout the element. Squeeze out the excess oil, but do not wring the element as this could cause tearing. In this case, too much oil is better than too little. Finally pat the inside of the element with a paper towel to remove any excess oil. Before installation, check the element for damage such as tears, hardening, or shrinkage. If damaged, replace the element. Apply grease to all mating surfaces and to the screw hole in the air cleaner housing and intake tract. Remove the towel from the throttle body assy. Install the element onto its frame, and coat the element lip and lip seat with a thick layer of all-purpose grease to assure a complete seal.