2009 Hyundai Veracruz Owner's Manual - Page 362

Maintenance CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in extremely dusty or sandy areas, replace the element more often than the usual recommended intervals. (Refer to "Maintenance under severe usage conditions" in this section.) CAUTION • Do not drive with the air cleaner removed; this will result in excessive engine wear. • When removing the air cleaner filter, be careful that dust or dirt does not enter the air intake, or damage may result. • Use a HYUNDAI genuine part. Use of non-genuine parts could damage the air flow sensor. OEN078014 G170100AEN G170200AEN OEN076015 Filter inspection The climate control air filter should be replaced every 10,000 miles (15,000 km). If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced earlier. When you replace the climate control air filter, replace it performing the following procedure, and be careful to avoid damaging other components. Filter replacement 1. Open the glove box and remove the support rod (1). 7 22