Modern car engines, including the Kia Rio, consume not pure gasoline as fuel, but its mixture with air in a strictly defined proportion. Most owners of Kia Rio are puzzled by using only high-quality fuel for their car, but forget about ensuring sufficient cleanliness of such an important component in the power system as air.
In the role of the main tool that allows you to endow the air sucked in by the engine with the required cleanliness, is the air intake filter. The Kia Rio 3 car is no exception in terms of the need for such an element.
It is worth thinking about the numbers: for 1 liter of fuel consumed, there is an air consumption of 15 liters. This state of affairs involuntarily forces one to inquire about the ecological situation in a particular city or industrial area.
The role of the filter in ensuring the correct and durable operation of the Kia Rio engine cannot be overemphasized. The element in the full sense is the protector of the "fiery heart" of any car. After all, it prevents foreign particles and other debris from entering the working chambers of the cylinders, which is subsequently a source of damage to the "mirrors" of the liners.
The filter gradually becomes clogged with debris stuck in it, which leads to an inevitable loss of working condition - throughput. When a smaller (in comparison with the required fraction) volume of air enters the chambers, the engine begins to consume large portions of gasoline. This fact provokes a decrease in power and the appearance of carbon deposits on the parts of the cylinder-piston group due to incorrect mixture formation. Also, the toxicity of exhaust gases increases, from which the environmental situation suffers. And it is imperative to replace the air filter.
Let's summarize the possible problems
- Excessive fuel consumption;
- increasing volume of CO2 emissions;
- a significant decrease in the motor power parameter;
- reduction in the life of the corresponding parts in the Kia Rio engine.
As you can see, the severity of emerging malfunctions due to neglect of timely replacement of the air filter element is very high. When comparing the cost of the filter with the costs that the owner may incur in case of repairing the motor, the relevance of this procedure increases many times over.
I am glad that the "consumable" on the Kia Rio is inexpensive, and the procedure for replacing it is very simple.
What to choose?
The most guaranteed choice in terms of ensuring the appropriate quality is to purchase an original product supplied by Mobis. The air filter is part number 28113R100. Such an air filter is suitable for both the Kia Rio 3 and the co-platform from Hyundai. Due to the cost of the element in the range of 400-500 rubles. this is a good guarantee for ensuring the long-term operation of the motor.
What is the time frame for scheduled maintenance?
Based on the recommendations indicated in the documentation of the official manufacturer, the element should be replaced after 45 thousand km, when the primary replacement of the air filter or 3 years of operation is carried out. If the environment is characterized by increased pollution, then the frequency of this event must be reduced to 15-20 thousand km.
For clarity, you should take a look at the air filter dismantled and used up 40 thousand km, and then compare it with a new analogue.
How to replace the filter in Kia Rio
- First, we open the hood and find, in the immediate vicinity of the battery, a plastic box that hides an air filter.
- On the right, there is a pair of metal clips, which we unfasten, and then raise the lid.
- Inside we find the element itself, which is fixed by means of two holders. They cannot be opened, but when installing a new "consumable", it should be clearly "put" in the grooves.
- It is not recommended to resort to cleaning the old filter (vacuum cleaner, etc.), since methods of this nature do not solve the problem.
- Before installation, we wipe the inner cavities of the box with a damp cloth.
- During installation, we observe the correctness and uniformity of the fit of the rubber contour of the element to the perimeter of the box.
This completes the replacement of the air filter, which turned out to be quite simple.
The question of how to replace the air filter on the Kia Rio no longer puzzles most motorists. You can perform this simple operation with your own hands within 20 minutes.
Timely replacement will preserve the vehicle's performance and prevent engine malfunctions.
How often should the filter be replaced on a Kia Rio? The answer to this question directly depends on the quality of the fuel used and the mode of operation of the vehicle. The engine does not use pure gasoline or diesel for its operation, but an air-fuel mixture.
Air enters it from the street, sometimes from a polluted city highway, and the air filter is responsible for cleaning it, since a large number of foreign elements will complicate the operation of the power plant, their abrasive effect will lead to wear of parts. Maintenance manuals for "Koreans" 2012-2017 release recommend this operation every 35 thousand km.
In practice, it is better to do this more often, focusing on the operating mode and the degree of dust contamination of the air.
Signs on the basis of which a decision can be made to replace:
- the dynamic characteristics of the vehicle are deteriorating;
- fuel consumption is increasing;
- engine power drops;
- exhaust gases cease to meet environmental standards;
- the filter deforms, turning into a cloth clogged with abrasive particles.
You can check the state of an element visually by comparing its state with a new element.
How to change the air filter on the Kia Rio?
First of all, you need to purchase a replacement item. This will require an original consumable. It has an article number 28113 1R 100. You should not skimp on quality, since the operation of the motor completely depends on it.
It is impossible to clean the old filter, like the cabin filter, it is intended for single use. In addition to the part, only a rag will be needed to wipe the surfaces. Work can be done in a garage or even in a parking lot in any weather.
Algorithm for performing the work:
- turn off the engine;
- open the hood;
- find a part, it is located on the right side of the engine compartment, slightly closer to the driver in front of the hood than the battery;
- open the housing in which the consumable is placed. On both sides of the plastic box, you can find latches that can be simply unfastened;
- hands get the filter element. Most likely, its working surface has turned into a tangled gray mass strewn with abrasive particles. If the driver has not recorded complete wear, then the element can work for some more time. If further operation is not possible or the time set by the technical documentation has come, then a new element is inserted;
- before replacing, take a damp cloth and carefully wipe the surface of the case from dirt and dust. Use only water. Do not use gasoline or solvents to clean the housing. Allow to dry;
- put a new filter, making sure that the sealing gum is in the correct position and lies flat in the groove;
- close the housing cover, while it is necessary to get into the guides, which are located on the back side, and snap the clips. Check the tightness of the closure.
The process is simple, in practice it will take less than 30 minutes. Knowing how to independently change the air filter on a Kia Rio, and having studied this process in the video, you can feel confident in most situations and not depend on the availability of a nearby service or an authorized dealer.
Video
The video shows the replacement of the air filter on the Kia Rio:
How to replace filter air for Kia Rio 2012 and 2013?
For the high-quality operation of the car's fuel system, the purity of the incoming air, which is cleaned by an air filter, is essential. During the operation of the car, it becomes dirty, therefore it is needed replacement... The article describes in detail why to change Air filter Kia Rio 2013, 2012, and detailed instructions for replacement are given.
An internal combustion engine does not use pure gasoline, but a fuel-air mixture. The service life of the engine depends on the quality of the incoming air. If foreign particles enter the engine along with the air, they increase the abrasive wear of its parts. The air filter cleans the air, so the quality of the fuel-air mixture depends on its condition.
When should you change?
Information regarding repair and maintenance can be found in the Kia Rio 2012-2013 Service Manual. According to the regulations air filter must be changed every 30-45 thousand kilometers. But it should be changed as it gets dirty. The frequency of replacement is mainly influenced by the conditions in which the vehicle is operated.
In rural areas where there is a lot of dust, as well as in metropolitan areas with a lot of exhaust gases, smog and dust filter element have to be changed more often. In smaller cities, the air is less polluted, so the period between replacements is longer. The season also has an effect: there is less dust in winter than in summer.
You can determine the need for replacement by the following criteria:
- throughput falls, which deteriorates the quality of the air-fuel mixture;
- fuel consumption increases;
- the dynamics of the car becomes worse;
- power drops;
- the toxicity of exhaust gases increases, which negatively affects the environment;
- clogged filter media may deform and will not function properly.
In the photo below, you can see the difference between the old and new filters. Engine side shown. You can clearly make sure that the old element will no longer clean the air efficiently.
Comparison of old and new filters
Replacement air filter Kia Rio New 2013
Process description replacing the air filter engine on car Kia Rio 2013 release
Replacement cabin filter for KIA Rio 3 2011-2016
Why change salon filter? First of all filter cleans the air from dust, dirt and other debris from the passage.
How to replace?
If you decide to save not on filters, but on maintenance, then instead of going to an authorized dealer, you should replace the filter element on the Kia Rio 2012, 2013 with your own hands.
What do you need?
The replacement procedure is simple, does not require special knowledge, so even a novice car enthusiast can perform it.
No instruments are required for the procedure. You just need to purchase a new consumable and prepare a clean rag. Changing old filter, you cannot reuse it. The filter material should not be washed with gasoline, water, lubricated with oil, or blown with compressed air. The operation of the fuel system depends on the quality of air purification, therefore, when replacing, you always need to install only a new consumable.
When buying a new product, you should not save money: you should only buy the original with the number: 28113 1R 100.
Original product
Such filters are installed in service centers of authorized dealers of the Kia company. A quality product will extend the life of your vehicle. If you feel sorry for money on consumables, this can affect the operation of the engine and result in expensive repairs.
Stages
- In order to get to the car engine air filter, you must first open the hood. In Kia Rio 2012-2013 cars, it is located in front of the battery on the right side of the engine compartment when standing in front of the car.
Location
Unfastening the retaining latches
Insert new filter element
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Thus, there is nothing complicated in the replacement procedure.
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As you know, modern cars do not run on pure gasoline, but on a fuel mixture consisting of gasoline and air. We are used to making high demands on fuel, cursing unscrupulous suppliers, however, only a few seriously think about the quality of the incoming air masses. And in vain.
One of the main "protectors" and "keepers" of the internal combustion engine is the air filter. You don't need such Kia Rio parts?
Just imagine, just 1 liter of recycled gasoline requires about 15 thousand liters of air. Now, try to assess the ecological situation of your city, perhaps a large metropolis, or an industrial area.
By cleaning the incoming air masses from large and small particles, suspensions and dust, the air filter literally protects the motor from damage. In addition, its contaminated surface begins to allow less oxygen to pass through, which in turn leads to a decrease in the power of the car and an increase in fuel consumption, not to mention an increased emission of carbon dioxide.
Let's try to summarize.
Possible problems
- Increased fuel consumption;
- increased CO 2 emissions;
- decrease in engine power;
- accelerated wear of parts and engine breakdown.
As you can see, the problems that arise when you ignore the timely replacement of the air filter can be very serious. And if you compare the prices for a new cleaning accessory and engine repair, the relevance of replacement increases many times over.
Fortunately, this process is inexpensive and more than simple. Let's look at a replacement method suitable for both old Kia Rio models from 2011, 2012 and newer ones, 2013, 2014, 2015.
Which filter to choose
On health, as they say, do not save. This statement can be safely attributed not only to the members of your family, but also to the iron "pet". That is why the main advice when choosing an air filter will be the choice of an original sample of the company Mobis with catalog number 28113R100... This type is suitable for both Kia Rio and Hyundai. In general, many of the parts on these brands are interchangeable. With the price range in the region of 400-500 rubles, it is a good investment in the "bright", and most importantly, the long future of the engine.
Terms of scheduled maintenance replacement
Following the recommendations in the official documentation, replacing the air filter on the Kia Rio must be carried out for the first time after 45 thousand kilometers, or after 3 years of use. However, in conditions of increased pollution of the environment and an aggressive manner of operation, it is better to reduce this figure to 15-20 thousand.
For example, you can see how the old filter looks after 40 thousand kilometers in comparison with the new one.
The process of replacing the air filter on the Kia Rio
Everything is extremely simple.
First of all, you need to open the hood and find on the right, near the battery, a plastic casing that covers the filter.
There are two metal clips on the right side. You need to carefully unfasten them and lift the lid.
There is an air filter inside. It should be noted that it is also fixed on two holders. You do not need to snap them off, however, when installing a new one, you should clearly get into their grooves.
Do not attempt to vacuum, blow through, or otherwise clean the old filter element. This will not fundamentally solve the problem, but it can aggravate the situation in the future.
You can install a new air filter by first wiping the inside of the box with a damp cloth. It is necessary to ensure that the rubber seals lie flat in the grooves and do not protrude outward.
It is difficult to imagine that something here may seem incomprehensible, but if you still have questions, use the video.
Video for replacing the filter on the Kia Rio 2011-2015
