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As part of an oil change service, every customer expects that the shop technician takes the time to properly inspect the key points of the engine, like the air intake system. After all, if the air intake is restricted or fouled, it affects how the vehicle runs. When a shop is all done, we hope the vehicle will run better than before. However, because oil changes aren't a highly profitable service for most shops, and they usually assign entry level, low pay techs to the jobs, often the simple things get missed because of a lack of knowledge or a lack of desire. I have found many air filters and cabin air filters that weren't checked because it was a challenge. I took some pictures and will explain as I go.
 Here is an air filter out of a Chrysler Pacifica. When I performed the service, I found that getting to the air filter was a bit challenging. It required the removal of the intake tube between the throttle body and the air filter housing. Not a terrible task, but more than a quick check. Of course, when I saw the condition of this filter, it was clear that no one had checked it in some time.  Here is an air filter from a Ford E250. These are often skipped by young techs because they find that the cylindrical filter housing is too challenging to reinstall because of a weird, round latch. I won't lie, there is a trick to it, and if you don't know it, it can be aggravating.
An important point is that both of these vehicles are daily drivers. The owners rely on their cars to get them where they need to be. In these images, we see a serious restriction to air flow. The problem with that is that an engine is an air pump. It pulls air in, mixes it with fuel for combustion, then pushes it out of the exhaust. If there is a problem in the beginning, you can guarantee problems down the line. Poor fuel mileage, spark fouling, increased emissions and other running issues. It may not seem like much in the immediate, but cutting corners in vehicle maintenance can cost the owner down the road.
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2/26/2019 08:05:05 am
Air filter is one of the key components which plays its role silently in keeping the speed machine healthy. It might be a small maintenance item. But if it is not replaced timely, then it can give rise to different issues. A clogged air filter does not provide clean air to the engine due to which the engine works harder. The presence of polluted air can damage the internal components. The operative will experience a lack of power under hard acceleration, when the air filter becomes saturated with dirt. So, to keep your vehicle's respiratory system healthy, you have to change air filter on a regular basis. 2/27/2019 08:23:30 am
Air filter prevents harmful debris, dirt, and contaminants from entering the engine and ensure that the air is clean. It is a relatively simple part of the engine. It costs very little. But it's replacement should be done at regular intervals as dirty air filter has a negative impact on the performance of a vehicle. Moreover, by replacing the air filter regularly, we can increase the fuel efficiency of the vehicle. Most customers expect to replace air filters by the service technicians as a part of the oil change service. But it is often overlooked. Both engine and cabin air filter in a car must be replaced according to the manufacturer's recommendation. Leave a Reply. |
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