Key benefits of replacing filters.
Car owners focus mainly on maintaining and changing headlights, tire pressure, and oil, refreshing the engine filter. Cars have two air filters located in the cabin and engine. The engine filter prevents debris from surrounding from accessing the engine compartment. Monitoring the functionality of the engine air filters ensures reduced overall repair cost, maximum power delivery, and comfort.
Key benefits of replacing filters.
Regular replacing of engine air filters ensures an increase in the fuel efficiency of the car. According to studies, dirty filters increase gasoline use of a vehicle by almost 14%. Changing the filters increases acceleration more than 5% percent compared to dirty engine filters. New and clean air filters increase airflow to the engine improving its gas mileage and performance.
Debris in the filter causing friction, thereby, making it difficult for the car to realize the same amount of acceleration and speed. Furthermore, debris in the air filter affects the engine spark plugs during engine starting causing rough idling, production of unusual sounds. Moreover, changing clogged air filters prolongs the life of the engine. The debris damages the car engine’s internal parts, such as the pistons and cylinders, increasing the cost of repair.
Replaced engine filters reduce emissions because of increased airflow to the car engine. Clogged engine air filters affect emissions’ control mechanisms by mitigating spark plug ignition and incorrect air-fuel mixtures.
How often should I replace my Engine Air Filter?
Air filters, especially those in the engine area, affect the performance of the car and, thus, changing them often. Car owners should preferably consider changing the filters annually after every 10000 miles or 6000 miles depending on the traffic density or dusty conditions. Car owners living in areas with high traffic flow, replacing the filters should occur after 6000 miles annually. Below are some of the signs of an ineffective engine air filter.
Car owners with ineffective engine filters notice an increase in the gas mileage and gasoline smell because of decreased efficiency. Additionally, the engine misfires when starting up due to the pollution of the spark plugs. The engine can produce unusual sounds such as slipping sounds due to damaged sparks. Other indicators include reduced horsepower or acceleration, black exhaust smoke due to unburnt fuel, and lighting of the service engine.
However, the most straightforward indicator of an ineffective engine filter is through the inspection of the screen. The filter is located on the top part of the engine inside a black plastic box. Dust accumulation changes the color of the filter from white to black or grey. Car engine filters are held shut by the snapping clasps, and inspection indicates the presence of visible debris like dirt and pollen.
Certified Automotive Technicians.
All our technicians are certified with expertise in air filter replacement for engines. Additionally, our automotive technicians can work on models and makes of cars ensuring that you receive proper removal and replacement.
Only quality Automotive parts.
It is advised that one should purchase quality original equipment manufacturer parts for engine air filter replacement. The aftermarket parts have a reputation of having a short span of life, thus frequent engine air filter replacement and cheap quality.
We only use quality original equipment manufacturer (OEM) car parts specifically made for your vehicle model and make. Parts that are not OEM lack durability and may not fit your car needs.
Therefore, you should contact our dealership for any replacements and questions concerning engine air filters. Contact our dealership if you have required any automotive challenges, especially changing ineffective engine air filters.