Kia Sportage: Air cleaner filter
Replacing air cleaner filter
Operation
- Pull up the lever (1) on the air cleaner
cover and release the lock.

- Rotate the fixed lever on the filter and
loosen the lock.

- Replace the air cleaner filter.

- Assemble in reverse order.
CAUTION
- Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed; this will result in excessive
engine wear.
- When removing the air cleaner filter,
be careful that dust or dirt does not
enter the air intake, or damage may
result.
- Use parts for replacement from an
authorized Kia dealer.
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Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be
replaced according to the maintenance
schedule. If the vehicle is operated in
severely air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a
When the wipers no longer clean adequately,
the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms or
other components, do not attempt to
move the wiper
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Front seat
Sliding: Forward and Backward
Reclining: Back angle
Seat cushion height
Seat cushion tilt
Lumbar support*
Driver position memory system*
Headrest
Rear seat
Seat back folding
Armrest
Headrest
Seatback folding*
* : if equipped
WARNING
Loose objects
Loo
Components and Components Location
Component Location
Repair procedures
Replacement
1. Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.
2. Replace faulty tube or hose.
CAUTION
Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
3. Tighten joint of bolt or nu