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How to Change an Automotive Air Filter
A vehicle's air filter is a replaceable cleansing unit.
In most cases an air filter can be replaced
in under 5 minutes. The air cleaner in
your car or truck should be changed every
3,000 miles or sooner depending on driving
conditions. Changing your air filter is
easy! Remember, always use protective eye
wear and gloves when doing any car repair.
First locate the air filter housing;
this is where the air filter element
resides. To locate the air filter housing
look for the engine air intake tube. Next,
remove the air filter housing retainer clips
or screws and remove the air filter housing
top. Replace the old air filter with a new
air filter and
reassemble. (Note: be sure you clean out any
leaves or debris inside the air filter
housing upon reassembly)
To determine if your air cleaner needs to
be changed remove the air filter housing
retainer clips or screws and remove the
filter, gently tap the air filter, if you
see dust falling from the air cleaner it is filled to capacity
and replacement is needed. We recommend top
quality air filters for your car or truck.
Imagine the amount of air processed through
your engine in the course of driving 3,000
miles. If you choose an inferior style air
filter you are allowing dirt particles to
enter your engine which cause premature wear
and could lead to catastrophic engine failure.
K&N performance air filters are reusable.
K&N patented air filter technology enables
car and truck owners to install performance
and economy with a single air filter change.
After 3,000 miles simply remove the filter
for cleaning and reinstall. The K&N filter
is a lifetime filter and is guaranteed by
K&N.
Automotive Air Filter Types:
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Air filters provide the first line of
defense against airborne dirt and dust. Maintaining a clean air filter
will provide the best fuel economy and performance for your engine. |
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Common Problems:
1. Air filter plugs up do to lack of maintenance causing poor performance and
rough idle.
Also see:
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6.How to Replace Fuel Filter
7.How to Read Trouble Codes
8.How Filters Work
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10.How to Replace Rear Brake Pads
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