Air & Fluid Filters

AIR FILTERS

The recommended interval for changing your car’s air filter depends on the make and model of your vehicle, but generally it’s every 12,000 to 30,000 miles or once a year, whichever comes first. You can check your owner’s manual or consult your Corner Garage mechanic to confirm the recommended replacement interval for your car.

If you drive in dusty or dirty conditions often, you should check your air filter more frequently. Some signs that your air filter needs replacing include:

• Reduced fuel efficiency
• The engine light is on
• The air filter is dirty
• Jerking movements when accelerating
• Misfiring and starting issues
• Strange engine sounds
• Black smoke or flames from the exhaust pipe
  

Neglecting to change your air filter can lead to reduced fuel efficiency, diminished horsepower, and even engine damage.

OIL FILTERS

You should change your oil filter every time you change your engine oil, which is usually every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. However, this can vary depending on your vehicle and driving conditions.

Here are some signs that your oil filter needs to be replaced:

• The maintenance light is on
• The engine oil is dark or thick
• The engine is overheating
• The exhaust fumes are dirty
• The oil pressure is low
• The check engine light is on
• The oil filter is leaking
• The engine is knocking or ticking
  

Oil filters remove contaminants from your oil, which can wear down your engine’s surfaces. Regularly replacing your oil filter helps to keep your engine oil clean and lubricated, which can reduce friction and improve fuel efficiency.

FUEL FILTER

You should change your car’s fuel filter when recommended by the manufacturer, which is usually between 20,000 and 150,000 miles. You can check your owner’s manual for the most accurate fuel filter replacement interval for your vehicle or ask a Corner Garage technician. However, there are some factors that may affect how often you need to change your fuel filter, including:

• Age of the vehicle: Older vehicles may need more frequent filter changes.
  
• Service history: If you purchased a car with little or no service history, you may need to replace the filter sooner.
  
• Driving habits: If you don’t drive much, you may need to change your filter every two years.

Some signs that you may need to change your fuel filter include:

• Rust, dirt, and debris build up
• Difficulty starting the car
• Misfire or rough idle
• Vehicle stalling
• Fuel system component failure
• Loud noises from the fuel pump
  

If you delay changing your fuel filter for too long, you may risk engine failure. A clogged fuel filter forces the fuel pump to work harder, which can damage the engine.

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