Air Cleaner; Filter Replacement - Hyundai ELANTRA 2021 Owner's Manual

Maintenance

air ClEanEr

Filter replacement

The air cleaner filter can be cleaned for
inspection using compressed air. Do not
attempt to wash or to rinse it, as water
will damage the filter. If soiled, the air
cleaner filter must be replaced.
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching
clip (1) and open the cover.
2. Replace the air cleaner filter.
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3. Insert the air cleaner cover in the
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hinge (2) and engage the clip (1) after
closing the cover.
4. Check that the cover is firmly
installed.
Information
If the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty or sandy areas, replace the element
more often than the usual recommended
intervals (refer to "Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions" in this chapter).
NOTICE
• Do not drive with the air cleaner filter
removed. This will result in excessive
engine wear.
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• When removing the air cleaner filter,
be careful that dust or dirt does not
enter the air intake, or damage may
result.
• Use HYUNDAI genuine parts. Use of
non-genuine parts could damage the
engine.
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