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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Engine Oil Level
Warning
Be sure that the vehicle is on level ground.
Warm up and stop the engine, and then wait for 5 minutes.
Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the
oil to return to the oil pan.
Pull the dipstick out, w
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Kia NIRO Hybrid
Type A - For hybrid vehicle
Type A - For plug-in hybrid vehicle
Type B
Kia Niro EV
Type A
Type B
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
is the number used in registering your
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