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 ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE
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2. REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 STABILIZER BRACKET LH
3. REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 STABILIZER BRACKET RH
HINT:
Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
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Installation
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (w/o Sliding Roof)
(a) Pull the roof headlining assembly into the vehicle through the back
door.
NOTICE:
Do not damage the roof headlining assembly or body interior.
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Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT VACUUM SWITCHING VALVE ASSEMBLY (for ACIS)
(a) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Text in Illustration
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Body Ground
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