The air filter stops airborne contaminants from getting sucked into your car’s engine. It’s a paper filter that stops debris such as dust and leaves from getting inside the engine.
If your air filter gets to dirty or clogged, your engine wont be able to suck enough air into the combustion chambers. The engine will then run rich (i.e., to much gas and not enough air). When this happens, your car will lose power and run roughly. Your check engine light may also come on.
If you really neglect the air filter for a long time, your car may stop running altogether. While permanent damage is unlikely, it is possible. If an air filter were sufficiently dirty and damaged, it could allow harmful, abrasive contaminants into the combustion chamber.
If you operate your car under severe duty, such as frequent driving on dirt roads or a lot of stop and go driving around town, then you should half the recommended service intervals for the inspection and replacement of your air filter.
This is an easy “do it yourself” job. Just call our parts department and we will make sure to get you the correct air filter.
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