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Replacing the Cabin Air Filter

Model: Kia Sorento MK 1 - Years 2002-2009
Part: Cabin air filter

This video shows how to replace the cabin air filter in a Kia Sorento. Access it from the glove compartment on the passenger side. Open the door and unclip the external arm located on the right. Also detach the retaining clips of the glove compartment. Remove the cover in front of the filter housing, then extract the first filter; slide the second filter out from right to left and remove it as well. Take the used filters out of the frames and replace them with new ones. Insert the first filter into the housing and slide it to the right, then insert the second one. Refit the cover. Reinstall the retaining clips of the door and finally reattach the right arm.

Updated on 5 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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