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The filter is located in front of the passenger side rear tire on the inside of the frame rial. The filter shouldhave quick release style fitting and a 13 mm bolt holding it to the frame.
The fuel filter is mounted under the vehicle on the right side, near the
gas tank. Your best bet is to raise the vehicle up on jack stands to
get a better view. Be sure to note which direction the filter is is
installed before disconnecting any lines.
It is a regtangular shaped box located behind the glove box. You gently
remove the stoppers on both sides of the box and allow it to hang
freely on its hinges . Then you will see the filter assembly.
The
filter elememt rests sideways within a frame that you slide out by
gently pressing on the clips at either end. You install by reversing
the procedure. That's it, enjoy your fresh air......
The dealer wants $48 for one here in South Florida , I've seen them for about $40. with the shipping on the net .
Update:
All Kia Optima's can be fitted with the cabin air filter. The blower housing is used in other Kia
and Hyundai models as well. The manufacturer uses the filter as a
selling point for their premium offerings. On the Optima they simply
fail to install a filter in the housing. The removable cover is still
there. If you search hard enough in eBay motors you will find them. I
paid $12. + $8. shipping.
I recommend using the above instructions to
get to the blower housing, then vacuum out the narrow area the filter
slides into. Mine had accumulated leaves and tree bark from parking
outdoors. The filter is effective at stopping debris from flying out of
the vents.
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