Kia Forte: Filter replacement
It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed.
You can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner element.
Clean the filter by using compressed air.
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching clips and open the cover.
2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner.
3. Replace the air cleaner filter.
4. Lock the cover with the cover attaching clips.
Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule.
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.)
CAUTION - Air filter maintenance
- Do not drive with the air cleaner removed; this will result in 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 no genuine part could damage the air flow sensor.
Air cleaner
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Climate control air filter
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the Maintenance
Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a l ...
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Description
Component location : Manual transaxle
case
Operation principle : Vehicle Speed
Sensor (VSS) is hall sensor type and senses the rotating speed of differential
gear.
Function
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Starter Cleaning
1.
Do not immerse parts in cleaning solvent.
Immersing the yoke assembly and/or armature will damage the insulation
wipe these parts with a cloth only.
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Starting the engine
WARNING - Proper footwear
Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes
(high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the
brake and acc ...