Kia Forte: 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.
Filter replacement

1. Open the glove box and pull the support strap (1).

2. With the glove box open, remove the stoppers on both sides.

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

4. Replace the climate control air filter.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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.
Filter replacement
Wiper bladesBefore driving
Before entering vehicle
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure th ...
Tightening Torques
Engine Control System
Item
kgf.m
N.m
lb-ft
ECM installation bolt
0.8 ~ 1.2
7.8 ~ 11.8
5.8 ~ 8.7
ECM bracket ins ...
Checking the parking brake
Check the stroke of the parking brake by counting the number of “clicks’’ heard
while fully applying it from the released position. Also, the parking brake alone
should securely hold the v ...