Maintenance

Air filter

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Filter

The air filter must be replaced when necessary. It must not be cleaned.

Sie können den Filter reinigen, wenn Sie den Luftfiltereinsatz prüfen. Reinigen Sie den Filter mit Druckluft.

1. Lösen Sie die Befestigungsklammern der Luftfilterabdeckung und öffnen Sie die Abdeckung.

2. Reinigen Sie das Innere des Luftfilters.

3. Replace the air filter element.

4. Close the air filter cover with the retaining clips.

Replace the filter according to the maintenance schedule.

If the vehicle is operated in extremely dusty or sandy environments, replace the filter element more often as recommended. (Refer to "Maintenance Schedule for Severe Operating Conditions" on page 8-17.)

WARNING

  • Fahren Sie niemals ohne Luftfiltereinsatz, da dies zu übermäßigem Motorverschleiß führt.
  • When removing the air filter, make sure that no foreign particles enter the intake tract. Otherwise, damage may result.
  • Use genuine parts from a qualified workshop. Kia recommends visiting a Kia dealer/service partner.

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