Engine Air Filter Replacement

How often should you get this service done?

It's important that you go to a dependable auto shop that will not try to convince you to change out your engine air filter too often. Though this doesn't hurt anything, it can of course become expensive. The most common timeframe for getting the filter replaced it about every 15,000 to 30,000 miles.

What can happen if you don't get this service often enough?

If you neglect this task for long enough, it can cause some serious damage to your engine. It can also affect your car's or truck's fuel economy since it can limit your engine's air intake. When you have an oil change done (or other maintenance that's frequent), you can have the technician check it out. In some instances, they may be able to blow the dust out and then you wouldn't have to replace the part at that time. There are plenty of factors that impact your Toyota engine air filter condition, including the type of roads on which you travel (or the terrain in general) and if you're driving close to the beach often where sand is in the air a great deal of the time.

Signs to Know When You Might Need a Replacement Engine Air Filter

There are some signs that indicate you'll need to get a new engine air filter in your automobile:

• Visual check (they should be white or off-white)
• You're experiencing ignition problems
• You notice a decrease in your vehicle's gas mileage
• The manufacturer's recommended timeframe is coming up