Overland Park Auto Repair

The air filter is that component that allows the engine to receive as much clean air as possible to run effectively. It's the final barrier as air and gasoline come together to create the combustion needed to get the car going. Knowing when the air filter needs replacing can save you time and money on future repairs. The Engine Misfires Dirty air filters can cause soot and debris to accumulate in the engine, which collects on the spark plugs. When the engine needs to fire up, the spark plug is unable to connect the charge which means it misfires. While it's possible to just dust the spark plugs, the dirt will accumulate again if the air filter isn't changed. Decreased Fuel Economy Fuel injection does much to counter the effect a dirty air filter has on fuel economy. However, older models that still rely on carburetor engines require a decent amount of air intake to allow for combustion to take place. When the filter is dirty, the engine needs to compensate for the lack ... read more