The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency.
- Removal method
Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Vehicles without smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.

Open the glove box. Slide off the damper.

Push each side of the glove box to release the pins. Then disconnect the claws at the bottom and remove the glove box.

Remove the filter cover.

Remove the air conditioning filter and replace it with a new one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the filter should be pointing up.
- Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow early replacement may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
- If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
- To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed.
Wheels
Key batteryRemoval
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM HEAD CAP
2. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH
3. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH
4. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL LH
5. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL RH
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Inspection
INSPECTION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the intake side and exhaust side.
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
(a) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
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If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
• The engine coolant temperature gauge reaches the maximum, or a loss of
engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
• Steam comes out from under the hood ...