Kia Optima Hybrid 2017 Owner's Manual page 587

Maintenance
4. Lock the cover with the reverse or‐
der.
Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty or sandy areas, replace the ele‐
ment more often than the usual rec‐
ommended intervals. (Refer to Main‐
tenance under severe usage conditions
on page 9-12.)
CAUTION
• Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed; this will result in exces‐
sive engine wear.
• When removing the air cleaner fil‐
ter, be careful that dust or dirt
does not enter the air intake, or
damage may result.
• We recommend that you use parts
for replacement from an author‐
ized Kia dealer.
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