Benefits of Changing Your Cabin Air Filter in Lakeland, FL
Benefits of Changing Your Cabin Air Filter in Lakeland, FL
Many drivers and car owners forget about the importance of changing their vehicle's cabin air filter regularly. Our service technicians will sometimes offer to change this filter when changing your car's oil, but many customers decline this service because they feel it's too expensive or they don't realize the importance of replacing it. Ideally, the cabin air filter should be changed every 12,000 to 15,000 miles, but be sure to consult your owner's manual. If you live in a city or more densely populated area, you may need to change the filter more frequently. Were you also aware that regularly changing your filter can make a big difference in your vehicle's engine performance? Learn more about the benefits of changing your cabin air filter below.
Pollution Reduction
Pollution is one of the biggest cited reasons for changing the cabin filter, because replacing it regularly helps to reduce the smoke, ash and smog from entering the inside of your vehicle from any fires and dirty exhaust from other vehicles. By changing your filter on a regular basis, you can ensure that pollution remains on the outside of your vehicle so you can breathe healthier air on the inside.
Better HVAC Air Flow
Because the engine powers the HVAC system, it has to work much, much harder to provide power to your heating and air conditioning when the cabin air filter is dirty and clogged. However, when the filter is unclogged and clean, the engine doesn't have to work nearly as hard to power the HVAC system. What does that mean for you? Better fuel efficiency. It also means your air conditioning and heating systems will work much better, too — so your cabin will cool down more quickly in the hot summer months, and it will warm up more quickly in the cold months.
Fewer Allergens
Have allergies? You know how bad it can be when those pesky allergens get to you. Cabin air filters also help to reduce the amount of those allergens that can get into your vehicle. Pollen, dust and allergens can build up in your filter during heavy pollen season, so you may need to change it sooner.
Fewer Odors
When you don't change your filter for some time, mold can build up on it, which can cause bad smells and odors. Mold is also extremely bad for your health, as it's very unhealthy to breathe in. By replacing the cabin air filter regularly, you can avoid inhaling that unhealthy mold.
If you start to smell odors in your vehicle's cabin, or if you notice that your HVAC fan is running more loudly, schedule a service appointment with us and we'll change your cabin air filter for you.
If you'd like to learn more about your cabin air filter, when to replace it or why you should replace it, give us a call, contact us or visit us at 1215 Griffin Rd., Lakeland, FL 33805. We look forward to helping our customers from North and South Lakeland, Orlando and Tampa.
