Kia Optima DL3 Quiz
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Climate Control Air Filter

In this manual: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
General Information — 8Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) — 21Maintenance — 27Engine Mechanical System — 45Engine Electrical System — 11Emission Control System — 11Engine Control System/Fuel System — 25Automatic Transmission — 20Drive Shaft and Axle — 7Suspension System — 22Steering — 7Restraints — 11Brake System — 22Body (Interior and Exterior) — 116Body Electrical System — 90Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 32
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Description and Operation

Description

The climate control air filter is located in the blower unit. It removes foreign substances and odors. The particulate filter also functions as an odor filter, like a regular dust filter, to maintain a comfortable interior environment.

Repair Procedures

Replacement

  1. Open the glove box and separate the air damper (A) from the glove box.

  2. Press both sides inward to open the glove box (A) downward.

  3. Remove the filter cover (A) by pressing the handle.

  4. Replace the air filter (A) with a new one in accordance with the air filter replacement instructions.

  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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