How to Replace Your Engine's Air Filter
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The engine’s air filter works as a gate to filter any air going inside the engine. In classic cars equipped with a carburetor, the engine air filter is located right on top of the carb, where you can visually inspect it without even having to take it apart. Replacing the engine air filter is considered one of the most basic pieces of maintenances; it’s recommended to be replaced every 5,000 miles or less. The longer you wait to replace the air filter, the dirtier it gets, which restricts the air going into your engine, thus affecting the combustion process. The dirtier the air filter gets, the more your engine performance will decrease. Restricting the air going into your engine by driving with a clogged air filter can also affect your fuel consumption, as the engine works hard while receiving less air. If your car isn’t performing as well as it usually does, and if you feel a slight drop in fuel consumption, replacing the air filter is the perfect place to start. Read on to learn how to replace the engine air filter.
Tools Required:
• Socket set
• Flathead screwdriver
• Engine air filter
The engine’s air filter works as a gate to filter any air going inside the engine. In classic cars equipped with a carburetor, the engine air filter is located right on top of the carb, where you can visually inspect it without even having to take it apart. Replacing the engine air filter is considered one of the most basic pieces of maintenances; it’s recommended to be replaced every 5,000 miles or less. The longer you wait to replace the air filter, the dirtier it gets, which restricts the air going into your engine, thus affecting the combustion process. The dirtier the air filter gets, the more your engine performance will decrease. Restricting the air going into your engine by driving with a clogged air filter can also affect your fuel consumption, as the engine works hard while receiving less air. If your car isn’t performing as well as it usually does, and if you feel a slight drop in fuel consumption, replacing the air filter is the perfect place to start. Read on to learn how to replace the engine air filter.
Tools Required:
• Socket set
• Flathead screwdriver
• Engine air filter
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