Air cleaner

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.
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.
CAUTION
• 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 non-genuine parts could damage the air flow sensor.
See also:
Ignition switch
Illuminated ignition switch
(if equipped)
Whenever a door is opened, the ignition
switch will be illuminated for your
convenience, provided the ignition
switch is not in the ON position. The
l ...
Automatic transaxle
Automatic transaxle operation
All normal forward driving is done with
the shift lever in the D (Drive) position.
To move the shift lever from the P (Park)
position, the brake pedal must be
depr ...
Winter driving
More severe weather conditions of winter
result in greater wear and other problems.
To minimize winter driving problem,
you should follow these suggestions:
Snowy or icy conditions
To drive you ...


