When spring finally arrives, the first thing you want to do is let fresh air into your home. So why should your car be any different? There is a small but important component in your car called the air filter. It performs a number of critical tasks such as purifying the cabin's air, providing the engine with clean air, and regulating the air-fuel balance in your vehicle's fuel system. As a result, it improves your vehicle's fuel economy and the engine's performance. By improving the car's fuel economy alone, you'll already save a significant amount of money at the pump. Here are more compelling reasons to keep your car's air filter working properly.
Cleaner Cabin Air
Whether it's hot and humid or there is too much pollen in the air, there are days when you prefer to roll up the windows and turn the air conditioning. When you do, you don't want to feel like you're suffocating. To make sure you breathe clean, fresh air when you start the engine, be sure the air filter is not contaminated with dirt and other contaminants. You can either check the air filter yourself to see if it looks dirty or have one of our expert mechanics perform the inspection.
Better Engine Performance
You probably know that getting your oil changed on a regular basis keeps the engine and its components running smoothly. But did you know that changing the oil filter as needed serves the same purpose? This is because the air filter provides the engine with clean air. Essentially, it acts as oxygen for the engine. If the engine can't get fresh air, it won't be able to function properly. Furthermore, the special sensors near the engine can also get dirty if the air filter stops working. If that happens, they fail to regulate the balance of fuel and air. The resulting imbalance can have catastrophic consequences for your engine and your wallet!
Improved Fuel Economy
Filling up your car is expensive enough. So why make more trips to the gas station than you have to? Getting top gas mileage is another good reason to replace your car's air filter in the spring. Since the air filter keeps the car's fuel lines clear, they help the engine run more efficiently. This is a winning combination for getting the best fuel economy possible. Chances are you want to maximize your fuel economy anytime, but getting a car in top shape before a spring or summer road trip is especially important.
Fewer Repairs Mean Lower Costs Later On
No one likes to deal with major car repairs, especially just when the weather gets nice. By keeping the car's air filter clean, you can avoid that. Compared to other parts like the engine, spark plugs, and sensors, the air filter is a comparatively low-price component. This means that it's much easier to replace the air filter than any other major component. While it might seem inconvenient to make an appointment for an air filter change in the spring, knowing that you're saving larger expenses down the road makes it worthwhile.
There are many good reasons to clean out your car's air filter or have it replaced in spring. From maximizing fuel economy to extending the lifespan of your engine, there is no reason not to schedule this simple maintenance. At your convenience, call or contact us to make an appointment for an air filter inspection. Additionally, our customer-oriented staff looks forward to answering your questions!
