While it’s understood that vehicles need preventative maintenance to continue running as they should, there are a few things that often go ignored. Part of this might be due to not fully understanding the impact they have on the vehicle. Take the air filter, for instance. The ways in which it benefits your vehicle might surprise you.
- Enhanced Engine Efficiency: Thanks to a clean air filter, the combustion chamber’s fuel can mix with a suitable amount of clean air. Why is this important? The right air-to-fuel ratio is essential for effective combustion and better engine performance.
- Fuel Economy: An obstructed air filter means the engine needs to work harder to pull in air. Because the engine needs more fuel to maintain the right air-fuel ratio, the additional effort results in higher fuel consumption.
- Engine Lifespan: Internal combustion engines require clean air to operate for an extended period. Engine parts may experience abrasion and wear due to airborne contaminants like dust and dirt. You may prolong the life of important engine parts by lowering the possibility of abrasive particles entering the engine – this can be done by changing the air filter on a regular basis.
- Control of Emissions: A clean air filter helps ensure proper combustion, which reduces emissions. An engine that burns fuel effectively reduces the number of dangerous pollutants released into the atmosphere, thanks to a well-maintained air filter.
Maintaining a vehicle’s engine to run at peak performance, save fuel, and extend its lifespan is easy and effective when done on a regular basis, which includes replacing the air filter on time. Give us a call or stop by and see us today to learn more.