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Maintenance
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)
The climate control air filter should
be replaced according to the mainte-
nance schedule. If the vehicle is
operated in the severely air-polluted
cities or on dusty rough roads for a
long period, it should be inspected
more frequently and replaced earlier.
When you try to replace the climate
control air filter by owner mainte-
nance, replace it performing the fol-
lowing procedure, and in this case,
be careful to avoid damaging other
components.
Outside air
Recirculated
air
Blower
Climate control
air filter
Heater core
Evaporator
core
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The climate control air filter installed
behind the glove box filters the dust
or other pollutants that come into the
vehicle from the outside through the
heating and air conditioning system.
If dust or other pollutants accumulate
in the filter over a period of time, the
air flow from the air vents may
decrease, resulting in moisture accu-
mulation on the inside of the wind-
shield even when the outside (fresh)
are position is selected. If this hap-
pens, have the climate control air fil-
ter replaced by an Authorized Kia
Dealer.
Filter replacement
1. With the glove box open, remove
the stoppers on both sides to allow
the glove box hang freely on the
hinges.
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