Something you might not consider very often is the air quality in your vehicle. You don’t want to be breathing dust, debris and other particulates while driving around on your daily commute, or hitting the road for the weekend. In addition to heating and cooling your vehicle, the HVAC system also filters harmful and irritating particulate matter from your cabin. To keep it operating at its best, you need to make sure you’re regularly replacing the air filter. Read on with the service experts here at the Downtown Auto Group, as we look at why filter replacement is so important.
Improved Air Quality
Engine Efficiency
Another way a clean air filter helps your vehicle is with efficiency. The HVAC system needs to work harder to push air through a clogged filter, and that’s run by your engine. An engine that needs to work harder is burning more fuel. This means on hotter or colder days, you’re going to get worse fuel efficiency. Plus, an engine running harder gets more strain, which causes parts to wear out faster. Something as simple as an air filter replacement could extend the life of your mechanical parts, and keep your vehicle running smoother for longer.
How Often Should I Replace My Filters?
For the average driver, you should look at replacement air filters every two years, or every 35,000km. If you drive more often, you may want to consider replacing them more regularly. In that case, our certified service team can give you advice on how often you should consider replacing your filters.
Schedule Your Air Filter Replacement with Downtown Auto Group
If you’ve been noticing a dip in your vehicle’s air quality, you can breathe easier with an air filter replacement with Downtown Auto Group. Book a service appointment with our factory certified service team in Toronto, ON, today!