One of the most overlooked parts of daily car checks and maintenance is under the hood and the air filter is one of them. Over time a clogged filter reduces your car’s performance and can even add strain on the engine contributing to more wear and tear.  CarFront shares a few tips on checking and replacing your car’s air filter.

Checking the Air Filter

1. Open the air filter housing (check you car’s manual as each vehicle varies location)
2. Check the amount of dust. If the filter looks more like the color of dust than its real color, then it’s due for replacement.
3. Hold it to the light and check if light gets through. If you can’t any hint of light, it’s due for replacement.

Replacing the Air Filter

1. Take note of you car’s make and model for reference when buying.
2. Buy a good reputable brand for OEM replacement if not an original part.
3. Replace the filter as indicated by the manual. Make sure it first the housing snugly.

Via: CarFront