288 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-1234yf — If Equipped
R–1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a
hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the
Environmental Protection Agency and is an
ozone-friendly substance with a low
global-warming potential. The manufacturer
recommends that air conditioning service be
performed by an authorized dealer using
recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil, and refrigerants.
Cabin Air Filter
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under
the hood, behind a removable panel in the cowl
on the passenger side of the vehicle, next to the
windshield wipers. When installing a new filter,
ensure its proper orientation.
1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen
by pressing the retaining clips.
Access Door
2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access
cover.
Filter Access Cover
3. Remove the used filter.
4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in
the direction of airflow, which is toward the
rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the
filter will indicate this).
Cabin Air Filter
5. Close the filter access cover.
For the proper maintenance intervals
Ú page 275.
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