Filter Replacement
The air cleaner filter can be cleaned for inspection using compressed air.
Do not attempt to wash or to rinse it, as water will damage the filter.
If soiled, the air cleaner filter must be replaced.

1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching clips and open the cover.
2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner.

3. Replace the air cleaner filter.

4. Lock the cover with the cover attaching clips.
5. Check that the cover is firmly installed.
Information
If the vehicle is operated in extremely dusty or sandy areas, replace the element more often than the usual recommended intervals (refer to “Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions” in this chapter).
NOTICE
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.
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.
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the driver crash pad lower panel. (Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel") 3. Remove the steering column upper and lower shroud panel.
Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the heater unit assembly. (Refer to Heater - "Heater Unit") 3. Separate the evaporator temperature sensor connector (A), loosen the mounting screws and remove the eva