Kia Sportage: 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 long period, it should
be inspected more frequently and
replaced earlier. When you replace the
climate control air filter, replace it performing
the following procedure, and be
careful to avoid damaging other components.
Operation
- Open the glove box and remove the
stopper (1).

- With the glove box open, pull the support
strap.

- Remove the climate control air filter
cover by pulling out both sides of the
cover.

- Replace the climate control air filter.
- Assemble in reverse order.
NOTICE
When replacing the climate control air
filter install it properly. Otherwise, the
system may produce noise and the
effectiveness of the filter may be
reduced.
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the blades may be worn or
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To prevent damage to the wiper arms or
other components, do not attempt to
move the wiper
When the wipers no longer clean adequately,
the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms or
other components, do not attempt to
move th
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Repair procedures
Inspection
Antenna Cable
1. Remove the antenna jack from the audio unit and antenna.
2. Check for continuity between the center poles of antenna cable.
3. Check for continuity between the outer poles of antenna cable. There should be continuity.
4. If there is no c
WARNING
A vehicle can slip or roll off of a jack
causing serious injury or death to you or
those nearby. Take the following safety
precautions:
Never place any portion of your body
under a vehicle that is supported by a
jack.
NEVER attempt to change a tire in the
lane of traffic. ALW