This filter is installed behind the glove box. It filters the dust or other pollutants that enter the vehicle through the heating and air conditioning system.
We recommend that the climate control air filter be replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to the maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is being driven in severe conditions such as dusty or rough roads, more frequent climate control filter inspections and changes are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreases, we recommend the system be checked at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2023 Service Manual: General information
Tightening Torque Table
of Standard Parts
BOLT (Nominal diameter)
NUT (Nominal diameter)
BOLT/NUT Normal screw
Torque Nm (kg.m, Ib-ft)
Nominal diameter.
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Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2023 Owners Manual: Climate control air filter
Filter inspection
If the vehicle is operated in the severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough
roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced earlier.
When you, the owner, replace the climate control air filter, replace it performing
the following procedure, and ...