Can a Dirty Air Filter Affect Fuel Mileage?
If the air filter is dirty, it passes less air into the engine. That is not a good thing. It can impact your gas mileage – by as much as 10 % – and it will also affect engine performance. Your engine needs oxygen for fuel to combust. Less airflow can impact...
Is Engine Oil Affected by a Rich Running Engine and will the Proper Oil Filter Help the Engine Life in this Situation?
Engines need a precise mixture of air and fuel to run properly. The ideal ratio, referred to as the stoichiometric ratio, is 14.7 parts air to 1 part fuel. A mixture that has less than 14.7 parts air (for example, a ratio of 12:1) is said to be “rich”. A rich air/fuel...
What Can Happen if Your Air Filter is Not Filtering Properly?
Whether you complete your own routine maintenance on your vehicle or take it into your favorite service center, you probably always wonder if you really need to change out all the filters as often as recommended. After all, if your engine air filter is a little...
Does the Owner’s Manual Cover How Often the Air Filter Should be Replaced?
Manufacturer recommendations on when to change your engine air filter can vary greatly – from 12,000 to 45,000 miles. You’ll want to check your vehicle’s owner manual to be sure. While your manufacturer will have a recommended time frame for air filter...
Can Replacing a Cabin Filter on a Regular Interval Help to Extend the Life of the Air Conditioning and Heater Components?
Cabin filters prevent harmful dirt and debris from entering your vehicle’s interior. But did you know they also protect your car’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system? Cabin filters are nearly as important to your vehicle’s health as they are to...
Are All Cabin Air Filters the Same?
More than 90% of new cars and trucks have cabin air filters, but many drivers don’t know it. Cabin filters are usually behind the dashboard or under the windshield and not always the easiest to find. We’ve grown up checking the air filter at each oil change, but not...Premium Guard Adds License Plate to Mobile Apps
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The air filter in your vehicle can serve some important purposes. This is because it filters debris out as it comes under the hood of your vehicle, helping to prevent this debris from getting into the engine or other parts that work with the engine. Debris can cause a...
