Common questions

Do they check air filters during oil change?

Do they check air filters during oil change?

Air filters should be inspected at each oil change and replaced annually, or when showing other signs of contamination. “Air filters are your vehicle’s first line of defense against contaminants that reduce cabin air quality and negatively impact engine performance…

Do you have to change your oil filter every time you change the oil?

Replacing the oil filter each time you change the oil drives up the cost of yearly auto maintenance, so questioning whether the oil filter has to be changed with each oil change is a perfectly natural question. Getting a straight answer is anything but simple.

What to do with a check engine light after replacing an air filter?

After a little searching on Google, I discovered that several other folks had experienced issues with the check engine light after installing a K&N filter. Some recommend cleaning the air flow sensor, which could be covered with oil. I didn’t find any evidence of oil but decided to clean it with a spray for this purpose anyways.

Can a check engine light come on after an oil change?

One thing that won’t trigger a check engine light: a recent oil change that was done correctly. Oil changes are essential maintenance for your car but it won’t do anything that could trigger your check engine light to come on. If you notice the light after an oil change, something else is wrong.

How long does it take to replace air filter?

While it is true that reusable air filters contaminate mass air flow sensors, it usually takes awhile like three months or more. It is possible that the problems are not related to the air filter and just a coincidence. Catalytic converter fault is dealt with last. Start by replacing oxygen sensors that are indicating fault.

Can you do an air filter change with an oil change?

Get your air filter replaced during the same amount of time it takes to get an oil change. Help clean and protect your fuel system. Get your fuel system cleaned in the same amount of time it takes to do an oil change.

After a little searching on Google, I discovered that several other folks had experienced issues with the check engine light after installing a K&N filter. Some recommend cleaning the air flow sensor, which could be covered with oil. I didn’t find any evidence of oil but decided to clean it with a spray for this purpose anyways.

How often should I change the oil in my car?

Besides having your engine oil and filter changed every 5,000 miles, replacing your air and fuel filters is nearly as important. These filters keep the fuel and air entering your engine clean, which allows your motor to burn gasoline properly.

One thing that won’t trigger a check engine light: a recent oil change that was done correctly. Oil changes are essential maintenance for your car but it won’t do anything that could trigger your check engine light to come on. If you notice the light after an oil change, something else is wrong.

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Ruth Doyle