Engine Air Filter Service

Your engine needs a fresh supply of gas in order to run, but it also needs one more vital ingredient: air. When your engine is sucking in air though, it’s going to occasionally draw in everything from dust to pollen, which is why it’s important to have an engine air filter. If it’s been a while since you’ve replaced your filter, then you can get a new one today at one of our Don Herring Auto Group locations.

What Does an Engine Air Filter Do?

When you’re on the highway, you’re usually following a car that’s in front of you. That car might be kicking up dust, dirt, and other particulates, which your vehicle is going to glide right past. Needless to say, this is bad for your engine, as it can cause reduced performance and might even cause ignition problems. This is where your engine air filter comes in, as it works hard to block out as many of these contaminants as it can. Like any other filter on the market though, it’ll eventually become clogged. When this happens, your engine might have trouble accessing that clean air, and particles may start to slowly make their way past your filter. If you’re in Texas and you think that it might be time to replace your engine air filter, you can head to either our Plano or our Irving location today.

How Do I Know If I Need a New Engine Air Filter?

Since your engine air filter is responsible for filtering out contaminants, it should be pretty easy to tell when it’s not doing its job. If your car is suddenly starting to experience significant performance issues, then there’s a good chance that your engine air filter is the reason why. This is a part that most drivers forget about, and many don’t even know that it exists. A clogged filter can prevent the right amount of air from entering the combustion chamber, so you may start to experience ignition problems. It also might be harder to accelerate, as your engine is going to try to suck in as much air as it can get. This can cause your ride to feel sluggish, and your car may even jerk forward suddenly. Depending on your model, you may be able to get a direct look at the air filter itself. If it looks dirty or grey, then it’s probably worth replacing it with a new filter.

Where Can I Get a New Engine Air Filter?

There are three types of engine air filters, including round, conical, and flat filters. If you’re not sure which one is right for your engine, then you can talk to our mechanics at Don Herring Auto Group today. Regardless of whether you visit our Plano or our Irving location, you can expect fast and efficient service. Once you have your new filter installed, it should last somewhere between 12,000 and 15,000 miles on average. If you’re looking for a more exact number, then you can always consult your owner’s manual. While you’re at the dealership, we can also assist you with any other services that you might need, like your next oil change, tire balancing, or brake inspection.

If you think that it might be time to replace your engine air filter, then you can schedule a service with one of our Don Herring Auto Group locations today.