Automotive Services FAQ
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- How much air should be put in tires?
- Is changing my air filter important?
- Can spark plugs last 100,000 miles?
- What type of transmission fluid should I use in my car?
- My check engine, transmission or overdrive light is on or flashes?
- When stopped for extended periods should I shut off my engine?
- Do you recommend extended service plans?
- Does using air-conditioning affect my fuel economy?
- Do oil additives containing liquid teflon better protect an engine?
- When do I change my transmission fluid?
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It certainly is! Your auto's air filter is the only line of defense in stopping airborne contaminants from getting drawn into your car's air induction system. The air filter stops these particles from getting into important fuel injections areas and damaging those parts or plugging them up. As the air filter gets filled up with contaminants it's filtration ability is maxed out - at which point, contaminants will begine getting past it.
A plugged air filter can limit the necessary air flow needed by your engine to run correctly. When this occurs, your car's engine will run rich and will use excessive amounts of fuel reducing car's miles per gallon in the process.
Is changing my air filter important?
It certainly is! Your auto's air filter is the only line of defense in stopping airborne contaminants from getting drawn into your car's air induction system. The air filter stops these particles from getting into important fuel injections areas and damaging those parts or plugging them up. As the air filter gets filled up with contaminants it's filtration ability is maxed out - at which point, contaminants will begine getting past it.A plugged air filter can limit the necessary air flow needed by your engine to run correctly. When this occurs, your car's engine will run rich and will use excessive amounts of fuel reducing car's miles per gallon in the process.