KIA Niro: The Air Cleaner Element
Kia Niro - First generation - (DE) (2017-2022) - Service and Repair Manual / Maintenance / The Air Cleaner
Element
Inspection
- Remove the air cleaner element.
- Check that the air filter is excessively dirty.
If the air filter is excessively dirty, 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.
Warning
Be careful with the direction of the compressed air on the air cleaner.
- Reinstall the air cleaner element.
Replacement
- Open the air cleaner element cover (A) by unlocking the clamps
- Replace the air cleaner element (A) with a new one.
Warning
Grab the handle (B) then pull out the air cleaner element.
- Close the air cleaner element cover by hooking the clamps.
Inspection
Battery Voltage and Status
Check the battery voltage and status using the battery tester.
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Battery Terminal
Move back and forth to check that the battery terminals (A) are loose or
corroded.If the terminals are corroded,
clean them.
If battery positive connection is loose, disconnect ground(GND) cable first
before attempting to remove
Vehicle parasitic current inspection
Using the Ammeter
Turn the all electric devices OFF, and then turn the ignition switch OFF.
Close all doors except the tailgate, and then lock all doors.
Disconnect the tailgate latch connector.
Wait a few minutes until the vehicle's electr
Radiator hoses
Inspection
Check radiator hoses for the following
(1) Improper attachment
(2) Leaks
(3) Cracks
(4) Damage
(5) Loose connections
(6) Chafing
(7) Deterioration
Coolant level
Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. Make sure
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Alignment Repair procedures
Front wheel alignment
Warning
When using a commercially available computerized wheel alignment
equipment to inspect the front wheel
alignment, always position the vehicle on a level surface with the front wheels
facing straight ahead.
Prior
Troubleshooting - Suspension System
Symptom:
Heavy weight feeling on steering wheel
Expected cause - Countermeasure
Faulty on front wheel alignment - Adjust or
repair
Over rotation resistance of lower arm
ball joint - Replace
Over rotation resistance of strut
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