How to tell when it's time to change your filter
When an engine runs, it requires three consumables: fuel to move the vehicle, oil to protect parts from wear and tear due to friction, and oxygen to burn the fuel. The latter comes from outside as a component of atmospheric air, which also contains other gases and small dust particles.
Dust particles can have an abrasive effect, accelerating wear of parts. They also clog the oil, increasing its viscosity, and form soot when burned with fuel.
A malfunctioning car engine air filter can be determined by a number of characteristic signs:
- engine power drops, the car has difficulty climbing hills that it used to take without problems;
- driving becomes uneven, the engine does not want to run smoothly;
- fuel consumption increases without increasing the load on the internal combustion engine;
- the amount of exhaust gases produced increases;
- white glow deposits are visible to the naked eye on the spark plugs.
Motorists often postpone replacing the air filter, pursuing The goal is to save money, but replacing an inexpensive part is necessary. If this is not done in a timely manner, driving comfort will significantly decrease, and you may face the need for expensive repairs.