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 batteryPrecaution
PRECAUTION
1. NOTICE FOR INITIALIZATION
NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, initialize
the following system after the cable is reconnected.
System Name
See Procedure
Back Doo ...
Body
General Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE
1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
(a) If necessary, tighten the bolts and nuts on the chassis parts listed below.
Front axle and suspension
Drivetrain
Rear axle and suspension ...
Reassembly
REASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL AIR OUTLET CONTROL SERVO MOTOR SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Check that the slots, links and gears of the air outlet control servo
motor sub-assembly are positioned in the correct orientation as shown in
the illustratio ...