Introduction: How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter: Kia Forte 2012-2016

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This video will show you step by step instructions on how to replace the cabin air filter on a Kia Forte 2012-2016.

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Step 1:

1-Open the glove box.

The glove box is held up by two circular stoppers with one on each side of the glove box.

Step 2:

2-Turn the stoppers 1/4 turn counter clockwise and pull.

Step 3:

3-Carefully lower the glove box down towards the floor

Step 4:

4-To remove the cabin air filter cover, pinch together the two fasteners on each side of the cover and then pull it straight off.

Step 5:

5-Slide the old cabin air filter out.

Step 6:

6-Slide the new cabin air filter back in with the air flow direction indicator arrow pointing down

Step 7:

7-Line up the cabin air filter cover and push it into place until both of the fasteners make a "click" sound.

Step 8:

8-Insert the two side stoppers back in and turn them 1/4 turn clockwise

Step 9:

9-Replace the retainer arm by clipping it back into place

Step 10:

10-DONE!!! :D