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AIR CLEANER
Filter Replacement
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The air cleaner filter can be cleaned for
inspection using compressed air.
Do not attempt to wash or to rinse it, as
water will damage the filter.
If soiled, the air cleaner filter must be
replaced.
Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
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1. Pull down the air cleaner filter cover
M
.
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2. Pull down the lever
N
to the UNLOCK
position.
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3. Replace the air cleaner filter.
4. Reassemble the air cleaner cover in
the reverse order.
5. Check that the cover is firmly
installed.
Information
If the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty or sandy areas, replace the air
cleaner filter more often than the
usual recommended intervals (Refer
to “Maintenance Under Severe Usage
Conditions” section in this chapter).
NOTICE
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Do not drive with the air cleaner filter
removed. This will result in excessive
engine wear.
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When removing the air cleaner filter,
be careful that dust or dirt does not
enter the air intake, or damage may
result.
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Use HYUNDAI genuine parts. Use of
non-genuine parts could damage the
engine.
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Do not blow the inner part of the air
filter with compressed air. Dust or
dirt may enter the air intake.
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Check that the replaced filter is
firmly fixed when reassembling the
air cleaner filter, and that the clamps
are firmly assembled.
