It’s important to know what filters are found in automobiles so you know when you need to change yours. Some of the filters are easy to change yourself. It’s easier for the auto technicians here at Willoughby Hills Auto Repair to change other filters. In fact, we’d be happy to take care of all of your automotive filter needs because we want you to rely on us for all of your auto service and repair needs. Let’s talk about the filters that are found in automobiles below and the general recommendations for when they need to be changed.
Cabin Air Filter
Not every vehicle on the road has a cabin air filter. Some cars, trucks, and utility vehicles are equipped with irreplaceable netting that filters the air that flows into the cabin. You can check your owner’s manual to see if your automobile has a cabin air filter. If it does, check to see when it needs to be changed. Generally, this filter needs to be changed every 30,000 miles, but the mileage durations vary widely with the cabin air filter.
Engine Air Filter
What doesn’t vary widely is the engine air filter. This filter purifies the air that flows into the engine from the outside. Consequently, it can get clogged very easily. When it does clog, you will have engine performance issues and poor fuel economy. Make sure that your engine’s air filter is changed every 12,000 miles. At a maximum, it should be changed annually.
Fuel Filter
The fuel filter removes the contaminants and sediment that are naturally found in fuel. Even if you buy the most expensive fuel in town, it still has contaminants and sediment and it. The fuel filter needs to be changed every 30,000 miles. At a maximum, it should be changed every two years. A dirty fuel filter can prevent the fuel from making its way into the engine and, consequently, you may not be able to get your engine started or keep it running if you do get it started.
Oil Filter
The oil filter is automatically changed when you have an oil change service at our shop. This filter needs to be changed every 3,000 miles. The oil filter cleans the dirt and debris out of the motor oil so that it is clean and fresh when it circulates through the engine again.
Again, you can count on Willoughby Hills Auto Repair in Willoughby Hills, OH, for all of your automotive service needs including filter changes. Call us today to set up an appointment.