We're all familiar with make sure your car runs smoothly. And, just like you clean a water filter, car filters also need to be cleaned to ensure that both you and your engine can breathe easily.
It can get pretty stuffy underneath the hood of you car, especially for the engine. Spark plugs can malfunction, making your car immobile, while dirty air can cause the emission control system to fail.
Cleaning Up
You don't have to be a mechanic to change or clean a filter. Car owners can quickly remove, install, and clean filters with a few simple tools and solutions.
* '''Air Filter Oil:''' Cotton and fabric air filters need to be oiled in order for the filters to properly absorb foreign matter and increase air flow.
* '''Oil Filter Wrench:''' Sometimes removing and installing oil filters can be difficult due to tight or cramped spots. If you plan on replacing oil filters, save yourself the aggravation and invest in a filter wrench.
* '''Air Filter Cleaning Systems and Kits:''' Just because your air filter is dirty doesn't mean you have replace it. Most air filter kits comes with cleaning solutions and oils.
