There are four primary filters in your vehicle, and they all have specific functions and benefits. At Route 20 Auto Essentials in Ashtabula OH, we are your auto repair shop and have been providing the residents of Ashtabula with top-quality automotive repairs for years. When it comes to getting your filter replaced, most people think it is just something mechanics try to add to the bill to make you pay more. We are here to break that stigma about filters and show you just how important they are.
Oil
The first filter we would like to talk about is the oil filter. Naturally, over time your vehicle will pick up dirt and other contaminants from the road, which can be harmful to your engine. Thankfully, the oil will collect those dirt particles and impurities and keep them from getting into the engine. When a contaminant, such as a bit of rock gets picked up, the oil filter is there to filter it out and keep your engine safe. Once this filter gets full, it won’t be as effective when filtering the dirt out of the oil. Not changing your filter could lead to engine damage.
Air
Your air filter. This filter’s purpose is to keep the air coming into your engine clean and help keep the oil clean aswell. If this filter gets too clogged or too dirty, airflow to the engine could be restricted. This could cause a decrease in engine performance since the engine needs the perfect mixture of air and fuel to run efficiently. Changing the air filter can also help increase your fuel efficiency and reduce the number of trips to the gas station.
Cabin
Did you know your cabin filter and air filter are two different filters? They both filter the air that enters your vehicle, but the cabin filter is responsible for the air you breathe. The cabin filter helps prevent dirt, sand, and insects from getting into your lungs and the cabin of your vehicle. Think about all the insects that are caught when you are driving. Just that thought alone would make us at Route 20 Auto Essentials in Ashtabula OH want to change our air filters right away. Keep the air you breathe clean and fresh with a new cabin filter.
Fuel
Fun fact! The fuel you put into your vehicle contains contaminants that could cause damage to your engine. There is no need to worry about those contaminants since your vehicle has a clean, maintained fuel filter. It is recommended that you change your vehicle’s fuel filter once every 20 to 30,000 miles or every year and a half to two years. At Route 20 Auto Essentials in Ashtabula OH, we strive to ensure each vehicle and customer leaves our shop happy and with a working vehicle.
If you need a filter replacement or inspection, give us a call today. We are here and ready to help. We are your local auto repair shop and can not wait for you to walk through our doors.