A/C - Cabin Filter Addition/Replacement: Overview

Group
97 - CLIMATE CONTROL

Number
03-97-002

Date
06-2003

Model
Santa Fe 2001-2003, Sonata 1999-2003, XG 300 2001 and XG 350 2002-2003

Subject
XG, SANTA FE, SONATA CABIN AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT

DESCRIPTION:





This bulletin describes the steps necessary to add or replace the cabin air filter for the XG, Sonata and Santa Fe vehicles (see table for application and part numbers). The cabin air filter is a replaceable paper element filter that removes particulates such as dust from the air.

The cabin air filter for these vehicles is located in a slot between the blower motor and the air conditioning evaporator. It is accessed by removing the glove box and glove box housing.

The typical service interval is 12,000 miles or 1 year, whichever occurs first. More frequent maintenance may be required in very dusty environments which may clog the filter. A major benefit of the filter (if installed) is that it reduces the possibility that mold and mildew may accumulate on the evaporator. Particulate debris becomes trapped in the replaceable filter and is removed from the system during routine maintenance. Unwanted odors may also be remedied by replacing the air filter.

NOTE
Replacement of the cabin air filter is considered a maintenance item and not covered under warranty.