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Maintenance Air cleaner filter
Air cleaner filter
A Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is
recommended when the filter is
replaced.
Replacing air cleaner filter
Air cleaner filter must be replaced
when necessary, and should not be
washed.
You can clean the filter when
inspecting the air cleaner compart
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ment. Clean the filter by using com
-
pressed air.
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover
attaching clips and open the cover.
2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner.
3. Replace the air cleaner filter.
4. Insert the air cleaner cover in the
hinge (1) and close the cover, then
lock the cover with attaching clips.
5. Check that the cover is firmly
installed.
Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in
extremely dusty or sandy areas,
replace the element more often
than the usual recommended inter
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vals. (Refer to "Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions" on page 8-
26.)