How do I change the air filter?

An air filter is an integral part of your car's engine. Its role is to filter the injected air required for the combustion of fuel in the cylinders. Placed in front of the engine air intake, it will trap any debris that could clog or even damage the car's engine. Most vehicles have three different air filter models: dry, wet and oil bath air filter. Whatever model of air filter you have, it needs to be changed approximately every 20 kilometers. In this article, we offer you a guide on how to change your air filter yourself.

Required material:

Protective gloves

Toolbox

New air filter

Microfiber cloth

Step 1. Let the car cool down

To complete this maneuver in complete safety, you must wait while you engine cool off if you've just made a trip. Wait between 30 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the duration.

Step 2. Locate the air filter.

When your engine is cold, you can wear protective gloves and open hood... Next, identify the air filter that is next to the engine air intake.

If you have any trouble finding your air filter, do not hesitate to contact service book your car. This way, you can see its exact location and find out which air filter model is compatible with your car.

Step 3. Remove the old air filter.

Once you have located the air filter, you can remove it from the case. To do this, you need to unscrew the screws and fasteners of the sealed case with a screwdriver.

This will allow you to access and remove a dirty air filter from your vehicle.

Step 4. Clean the air filter housing.

Thoroughly clean the air filter housing with a microfiber cloth from residues and clogged dirt. Take care to close the lid carburetor so as not to clog with dust.

Step 5: Install a new air filter

You can now install the new air filter in the box and then screw in all the screws you removed. Then close the hood of your vehicle.

Step 6. Conduct a test

After replacing the air filter, you can perform a short distance test to make sure your engine is burning the filtered air and injected fuel.

The air filter is an essential piece of equipment to protect the engine from premature clogging. Check the replacement period in your service brochure to ensure that there is no significant accumulation of dust on your engine or its component parts. If you would like to be replaced by a professional, use our online garage comparator to find the closest one to you and at the best price!