Just like the previous 3rd generation of the model, the 4th generation Kia Rio has a cabin filter located behind the glove compartment (glove box). To get to the filter, you will need to dismantle the glove compartment, it is not at all difficult and will take you no more than 20 minutes.
Filter replacement schedule
Replacing the cabin filter, or as it is also called the cabin ventilation filter, must be performed every scheduled maintenance, about every 15,000 km. If you service the car yourself, the replacement period can be reduced to 8-10 thousand. When operating the car in adverse conditions, it is better to replace it more often.
A clogged filter reduces the quality of the air entering the passenger compartment; in winter, due to a clogged filter, glass can sweat, and the car interior feels cool, since the air flow through the clogged filter is worse. Likewise, in the summer, the air conditioner blows weakly - one of the signs is a filter.
Which filter to choose the original or analog
From the factory, the original Hyundai / KIA filter is installed on the 4th generation Rio. Its cost ranges from 650 rubles, depending on the region. In addition to it, you can choose cheaper analogs of the filter, but of such good quality.
- AMD AMDFC753 from 190 rub
- AMD AMDFC753C from 500 rubles coal
- Fortech FS150 from 170 rub
- Goodwill AG463CF from 200 rub
- Sakura CA28380 from 490 rub
- TSN 97918 from 190 rub
- Goodwill AG464CFC from 280 rubles coal
It is believed that the charcoal filter filters the incoming air better, but this is subject to the purchase of a quality filter.
Instructions for self-replacement of the filter
The glove compartment mount on the new generation Rio is different from the previous generation. It seemed to me easier to take it off.
On both sides on the sidewalls, you can see such slots as in the photo below. To dismantle the glove compartment, you must press on the walls of the glove compartment at the slots and pull it towards you.
The little bar should "go down" and the body of the cabin filter will be visible in front of us.
Carefully remove the filter housing cover, remember how the old filter is installed and take it out.
We take a new filter, install it in the same way and assemble it in reverse order.
Differences between cabin filters Rio 3rd and 4th generations
In the 4th generation of the model, the manufacturer has simplified the filter replacement system. Removing the glove compartment has become easier, the filter housing cover can be removed just as easier than on the previous generation of the model.
The cabin filter itself is now without the plastic rim, which was equipped with the cabin filter on the previous generation Kia Rio.
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Good day everyone! This article will provide detailed instructions for replacing the cabin filter Kia Rio... The procedure is very simple and takes no more than 5-10 minutes. If desired, absolutely any car owner can perform it. Yes, you will spend a little time, but you will save your hard-earned money. And if you save money, consider that you have earned. So let's get started. But to begin with, as usual, a little theory.
What are the KIA RIO cabin filters?
Cabin filters for KIA Rio are of two types - simple and carbon. Simple filter elements are designed to clean the air entering the passenger compartment from dust, dirt and other particles.
Carbon filters provide better air filtration, retaining not only dust and large particles, but also prevent unpleasant odors from entering the cabin from the outside. Therefore, it is more preferable to use carbon filters. Although for the pleasure you will have to pay 30-40% more than buying a simple filter element.
When should you change your Kia Rio cabin filter?
Replacing the cabin filter Kia Rio 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 must be produced twice a year - before winter and before the start of the summer season. Before winter, the cabin filter is changed so that the windows do not fog up in the car and the climate control works as expected. But there is one subtlety. You need to change the filter after the weather is established, i.e. mud and slush froze on the roads. This is important because during this period of time the filter constantly damp, freezes, thaws, and this significantly impairs its throughput.
In summer, the filter element is changed after the road is dry. This is done for the same purpose as changing the cabin filter before winter.
But keep in mind that you should not wait for winter or summer to replace the cabin filter with KIA RIO. If you begin to notice that the windows in the car have begun to fog up very often, and the air conditioner, stove or climate control do not really work, then it is better to change the filter right away.
Instructions for replacing the cabin filter for KIA RIO
For work we only need a new cabin filter and 5-10 minutes of free time.
1. Open the glove compartment and remove all the contents from it.
2. Unscrew counterclockwise the plastic plugs located on the right and left inside the glove compartment.
3. The glove compartment will drop down, giving access to the interior of the cabin filter housing.
4. Now we need to press the clips and pull the cabin filter plug towards you. After that, we take out the old cabin filter.
5. Install a new one in place of the old cabin filter. Pay attention to the direction of the air flow. The arrows on the pollen filter must point straight down.
6. Putting everything together in reverse order: put the cabin filter plug in place, install the glove compartment clips.
That's all! Replacing the cabin filter on the Kia Rio this is over. Thank you for the attention. Hope you find this article helpful!
Kia Rio (like other car brands) serves to maintain extremely fresh air in the cabin, trapping everything, even the smallest particles of dirt, that can get inside the car from the street. In addition, there are unpleasant odors that collect a lot, especially in traffic jams in urban environments. Nevertheless, this car component, like any other, has a certain service life and may someday fail. Accordingly, it is better to prevent the problem (so as not to breathe in "dirt", clogging up your own lungs) than to get rid of it later.
How to properly replace the cabin filter in a Kia Rio.
When to change the filter
To understand when it is necessary to replace the cabin filter in KIA RIO, you need to perform certain actions. Note that the appearance of unpleasant odors in the cabin is not enough for the Kia Rio 3. In order to be absolutely sure that this filter element is dirty, it is necessary to remove it and assess its general condition. To do this, you need to open the glove compartment and unfasten all the clips that are located on its side walls.
Even a child can perform this operation (since it does not require any effort). Rotate the latches 360 degrees and pull them towards you. Note that in older generations of Kia Rio cars, some effort would have to be made to perform this operation. Having loosened all fasteners, you will see the cover of the required filter in front of you.
It must be removed to the side by removing the latches. Then you will see the frame, which also prevents "direct hit" to the filter - you need to remove it. Then the necessary component will appear in front of you.
After removing the filter, check its condition. If its color is dark gray or black, replace it (no cleaning will help), otherwise you threaten to harm your own health. If the color of the product is gray, it is enough to vacuum it and reinstall it.
How to choose
To replace the Kia Rio cabin filter will bring you only positive emotions, you need to learn how to choose the right parts. Most for this vehicle have the article number 971334L000.
Also, filter materials from the Hyundai brand are suitable for the Kia Rio 3. Naturally, you can find cheaper options - non-original. The main criterion for their choice is that they should fit in size. But the quality of the work they perform, as well as the duration of the service life, are in doubt. As the popular belief already says: "it is better to pay once ..." or "a miser pays twice." Yes, in fact, it is better to purchase a high-quality spare part than a cheap one, which in three months will again require replacement and at the same time your costs (both financial and time).
Replacement process
It can be performed both independently and in specialized centers. The main job is to diagnose the product, which is the process described above. After removing the filter, install a new one, if necessary, then perform the opposite steps to disassembly (described in the "Diagnostics" section).
Well, as you yourself have already noticed, the Kia Rio is a fairly simple operation that you can perform yourself. If you do not have enough time to change the filter yourself or you are not sure of yourself, then leave this business to the professionals (they will do it in 15-30 minutes and no more).
The cabin filter is designed to clean the air coming from outside from dust, small particles of dirt, foreign odors and volatile substances. Thanks to him, a comfortable microclimate is created in the car. To maintain it, it is necessary to regularly replace the 2013 Kia Rio cabin filter. Any car enthusiast can change it with his own hands. This article will help you figure out why you need to change the filter, where it is located, how to perform the procedure correctly.
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Car manufacturers Kia Rio 2010-2013 recommend after 15 thousand kilometers under normal operating conditions. If the car is constantly located in conditions of a large accumulation of dust, in a metropolis, then replacement can be performed every six months.
Why change?
The main function of the filter element is to clean the incoming air from dirt and dust particles. Over time, its throughput decreases, air circulation in the cabin deteriorates, humidity rises, and the windows begin to fog up.
This situation is bad for the review, especially in winter. In frosty weather, the windows freeze, impairing visibility. This is one of the reasons for the replacement.
An additional function of the filter, especially the charcoal one, is to retain foreign odors and harmful chemicals. Over time, all this accumulates in the filter material and after six months of operation, it no longer purifies the air, but, on the contrary, releases harmful substances into the cabin. Therefore, if you change it in time, it contributes to the creation of a healthy atmosphere and comfortable conditions in the car.
Often, motorists do not pay enough attention to the cabin filter in the car and come to a decision to replace it after unpleasant odors appear in the cabin when the cooling system is turned on. These odors appear during the operation of the air conditioner from the evaporator and a dirty filter. Thanks to the evaporator, the air conditioner not only cools the air, but also dehumidifies it. Therefore, the evaporator is constantly in a humid environment, which contributes to the development of pathogens in it. In order to avoid their negative impact on the body of the driver and passengers, the evaporator must be cleaned with antibacterial agents.
The quality of the filter element is of great importance in megalopolises, since it retains in its layers smoke, dust, soot and exhaust gases that are contained in the air outside, especially in the area of roads. Therefore, you should regularly replace the filter in the car, especially since the replacement procedure is simple.
Step-by-step instruction
In time, the procedure takes no more than 30 minutes. It is best to use a carbon filter for the Kia Rio 2010-2013 cabin.
It is possible to install a product of category No. MS-6307, which is well protected from dust. The place for installing the cabin filter in the Kia Rio 2010-2013 is located behind the glove compartment (glove compartment). Therefore, before starting work, you should open the glove compartment and free it from the contents.
On the sides of the glove compartment there are two plugs inside, they need to be pulled out. To do this, the plugs must be turned counterclockwise. First, remove the left cover.
Then the right one.
After that, the cover of the glove box must be lowered as far as possible. In this case, the right passenger door should be opened so as not to scratch it during the process.
In the interior you can see a filter shelf with two clips located on the sides.
Pressing the latches with your fingers and pulling towards you, remove the cover. Care should be taken not to damage the sealing gum.
Now you can pull out the old filter element. The degree of its contamination shows how much dirt and dust it retained during use.
The next step is to install a new filter. If the material to be inserted is slightly wider, it is neatly cut with scissors along the ribs. When inserting a new filter element, you should pay attention to the arrow printed on it, it must be directed downward.
Now install all parts in reverse order. When installing the plugs, screw them in until they click. This completes the replacement process.
The cabin filter of the Kia Rio 2010 - 2013 car, like any other, plays an important role in purifying the incoming air from the environment. Its timely replacement helps to maintain a healthy microclimate in the car interior.
Video "Replacing the cabin filter on the Kia Rio"
This video shows in detail how to change the filter element in the Kia Rio 2010-2013.
Today we will independently change the cabin filter for the KIA Rio. This operation is absolutely not complicated, does not require absolutely any qualifications, however, service stations sometimes require a lot of money for this operation.
Let's start directly by choosing a cabin filter. Naturally, you can purchase an original cabin filter and even install it from an authorized dealer or in a third-party service, but why overpay 1500r. for an operation that will take you 5 minutes of time and save more than 1200 rubles.
Currently, this advice is not relevant, buy any filter for RIO, now there are a lot of them and not like in 2011 !!!
Its cost is 230 rubles. at the Exist store. Considering that it is practically not inferior in its properties to the original filter for 1000r. then this is a great replacement. I want to say right away that my choice is not unfounded. I tried to install expensive charcoal cabin filters, but I didn’t feel much difference, therefore, as they say - “if there is no difference - why pay more?”.
Replacing the cabin filter Kia Rio
Cabin filter Kia Rio we have chosen, now we will proceed directly to its replacement, which will take us, as I said, no more than 5 minutes. We do not need absolutely any tool, except for scissors, and even then not always.
1. We release the "glove compartment" from things, open it and take out the plugs on both sides, for this they need to be turned, then, lower the glove compartment lid as much as possible down. To do this, open the passenger door so as not to scratch it:
2. Next, we see a rectangular compartment, and on it a lid with two latches on the sides. We squeeze them with our fingers and remove the lid. Carefully remove the old filter or mesh if the filter is changed for the first time (in my photo, the old cabin filter has already been removed). And in its place we insert a new filter:
I want to clarify that sometimes, the filter does not fit in width, it must be carefully trimmed with ordinary scissors. Cut a little along the edges of the filter, as shown in the last picture.
Collect everything in reverse order. That's all!
As you can see replacing the cabin filter Kia Rio is not a big problem, just follow all the operations step by step, according to our recommendations.
Used spare parts:
Cabin filter Kia Rio- Alco MS-6307 (you need to trim), so as not to trim, you need dimensions 210 x 191..192 x 14..15mm, check in stores!
