AIR CLEANER
Filter replacement
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THETA II 2.0L T-GDI Engine (Gasoline)
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Lambda II 3.3L T-GDI Engine
(Gasoline) (Passenger side)
It must be replaced when necessary,
and should not be washed.
Have the air cleaner filter inspected or
replaced by an authorized Kia dealer.
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Lambda II 3.3L T-GDI Engine (Gasoline)
(Driver side)
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Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
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If the vehicle is operated in extreme-
ly dusty or sandy areas, replace the
element more often than the usual
recommended intervals. (Refer to
"Maintenance under severe usage
conditions" in this chapter.)
CAUTION -
• Do not drive with the air clean-
er removed; this will result in
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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 a Kia genuine part. Use of
a non-genuine part could
damage the air flow sensor.
Maintenance
Air filter
maintenance
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