Kia Sportage: Air cleaner filter
Replacing air cleaner filter
Operation
- Pull up the lever (1) on the air cleaner
cover and release the lock.

- Rotate the fixed lever on the filter and
loosen the lock.

- Replace the air cleaner filter.

- Assemble in reverse order.
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 parts for replacement from an
authorized Kia dealer.
READ NEXT:
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
When the wipers no longer clean adequately,
the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms or
other components, do not attempt to
move the wiper
SEE MORE:
A wireless smart phone charging system
is located in front of the center console.
Indicator
Charging pad
Firmly close all doors, and make sure to
turn ON the ignition switch or press the
ENGINE START/STOP button. To start
wireless charging, place the smart
phone equipped with wirel
You can operate door locks with the
door lock handle or central door lock
switch.
With the door handle
Front door
If the inner door handle is pulled when
the door is locked, the door will unlock
and open.
Rear door
If the inner door handle is pulled once
when the door is locked