Kia Optima: Power Train / Air Cleaner Filter

Remove the air cleaner element.

Check if the air filter is excessively dirty. If so, replace the air cleaner element.

If the air cleaner element needs to be cleaned, blow compressed air as shown in the illustration to clean it.

Be fully aware of the direction of using compressed air on the air cleaner.

Reinstall the air cleaner element.

Remove the air cleaner element cover (A) by lifting it off.

Release the element locking by turning the levers to "UNLOCK" position and then pull out the element forward.

Replace the air cleaner element (A) with a new one.

When removing the air cleaner element, pull the air cleaner element handle forward.

If there is foreign substances in the air cleaner assembly, clean the inside of air cleaner assembly and then replace the element.

Fully insert the element into the air cleaner and then close the element cover (A) after turning the levers to "LOCK" position.