Air Cleaner; Filter Replacement - Hyundai Kona Hybrid 2023 Owner's Manual

Air cleaner

Filter replacement

2C_AirCleaner
The air cleaner filter can be cleaned for
inspection using compressed air. Do not
attempt to wash or rinse it, because water
can damage the filter. If soiled, replace
the air cleaner filter.
Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching
clips.
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2. Open the cover.
3. Pull out and replace the air cleaner
filter.
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4. Lock the cover with the cover attaching
clips.
5. 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 the "Scheduled
maintenance services" section in this
chapter).
NOTICE
• Do not drive with the air cleaner filter
removed. This may result in excessive
engine wear.
• When removing the air cleaner filter, be
careful that dust or dirt does not enter
the air intake. It may cause damage.
• Use HYUNDAI genuine parts or the
equivalent specified for your vehicle.
Use of non-genuine parts may damage
the air flow sensor.
• Do not blow the inner part of the air
filter with compressed air. Dust or dirt
may enter the air intake.
• Check that the replaced filter is firmly
fixed when reassembling the air cleaner
filter, and that the levers are firmly
assembled.
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