How Often Should I Change My Engine Air Filter?
It’s easy for many VILLA PARK drivers to overlook certain maintenance tasks, like replacing the engine air filter. But replacing the engine air filter in a vehicle is an important step towards maintaining it in the long-run. While the frequency with which you’ll need to replace your vehicle’s air filter depends on the make and model, along with how much use it gets, most automakers recommend you install a new air filter every 30,000 to 45,000 miles.
In doubt about how often you should change your car’s engine air filter? Consult your vehicle owner’s manual, or contact the Haggerty Buick GMC certified auto technicians to take care of the job for you!
What Does an Engine Air Filter Do?
Engine air filters keep dust, debris, dirt, and other small sediments and contaminants from getting inside important mechanical components of your engine. As a result, over time, engine air filters can get dirty and clogged. This can greatly decrease their effectiveness, not to mention adversely affect vehicle performance and potentially vehicle efficiency.
How do you know when it’s time to change out an engine air filter?
Don’t wait for the 100,000-mile maintenance mark for Buick or GMC engine air filter service. Instead, be on the lookout for these warning signs:
- Misfiring spark plugs
- Sluggish acceleration
- Black smoke from the exhaust
- Service Engine Light comes on
Air Filter Replacement Schedule
The recommended schedule for replacing your engine air filter should be found in your Buick or GMC’s owner’s manual. That said, if you frequently drive on dirt or gravel roads near Elmhurst or in heavy traffic on hot days around Downers Grove, you should check with our service technicians about potentially changing your filter more often. Then, when the time comes for Buick or GMC service, browse our service coupons to save more on your next appointment!
How to Replace an Engine Air Filter at Home
Feel confident about checking your engine air filter yourself? On most GMC and Buick vehicles, the engine air filter is easy to access, so just looking at it quickly on occasion is a good idea. It’s also easy to replace the filter yourself. Simply locate and open the air filter compartment, remove the old filter, and put in a new one. It’s as simple as that!
Schedule Service at Haggerty Buick GMC Today
In our state-of-the-art Buick GMC service center near Lombard, we can help you with all your service needs in an efficient and professional manner. What’s more, we can get you the service you need for your vehicle at a price that won’t break the bank, thanks in part to our service coupons! So whether you need an engine air filter or other vehicle service or diagnostics, we are here for you!
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