Knowing the different filters in your automobile and when they need to be changed keeps your engine running efficiently. You would be surprised how many problems can be caused by clogged filters. We recommend that you check your owner’s manual to determine the filters in your automobile and when they need to be changed. We are going to provide general information below.
Air
The air filter cleans the air that flows into the engine. The combustion chamber needs this air in order to start your automobile and keep it running. The air filter gets dirty and needs to be changed every 12,000 miles. A clogged air filter can make it difficult for your engine to perform efficiently. In addition, the clogged air filter can cause the combustion chamber to cover the spark plugs in soot.
Cabin
Double-check your owner’s manual to see if you have a filter in the passenger cabin. If you do, it is likely located behind the glove box. The duration between cabin filter changes goes from every 6,000 miles to every 30,000 miles. As such, we recommend that you check with your owner’s manual to determine the cabin filter type and recommended changing schedule.
Fuel
The fuel filter makes sure that the gasoline or diesel fuel is clean before it makes its way into the combustion chamber. A clogged fuel filter can affect your ability to start your automobile and its engine performance. To prevent your fuel filter from getting clogged, change it every 30,000 miles. This ensures you always have plenty of fuel flowing into the engine for maximum performance and efficiency.
Oil
The oil filter is changed when the oil is changed. It is crucial that you have a clean oil filter in the engine at all times to prevent serious engine damage. A clogged oil filter can prevent the motor oil from circulating through the engine. When this happens, the engine parts wear against each other and overheat. Eventually, they will cease up and die.
Transmission
We also recommend that you consult your owner’s manual to see if your transmission has a filter. This filter is not found in every automobile. If your vehicle has one, the general recommendation for changing it is every 30,000 miles. You should have the transmission fluid changed at the same time.
We can handle this and any of your other filter changes at our auto service shop. Call us today to schedule an appointment.