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Perkins — How to change the air filter

Maintenance

From a Perkins owner's manual covering: 4000 Series, 4006-23 TAG1A, 4006-23 TAG2A, 4006-23 TAG3A. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Perkins 4006-23 TAG1A, Perkins 4006-23 TAG2A, Perkins 4006-23 TAG3A

Before you start

  • Discard the used element in a safe place and in accordance with local regulations.
  • Do not operate the engine if there is a blockage in the air filter or the induction hose.
  • The air filter element is a non-serviceable item, do not clean the element.

Procedure

  1. Remove the wing nut and the end cover (B3) together.
  2. Remove the element (B2) and discard.
  3. Fit the new element into the filter housing (B1).
  4. Fit the end cover onto the filter housing (B1) and tighten the wing nut securely; check that the end cover is correctly aligned.

Source: Perkins owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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