Posted on 10/27/2021
Your cabin filter is made of a cottony material that is fastened to the HVAC system. Its job is to collect contaminants and prevent them from escaping into the cabin. The cabin air filter ensures you don't end up breathing in any of these harmful pollutants that can trigger allergies or make you sick. A dirty cabin filter won't just impact the air conditioning system, but it can also affect your vehicle's overall performance. To prevent this impact, you should change this filter every 15,000 to 30,000 miles. Here are the top 3 signs that your cabin air filter is getting clogged: Decrease Air Flow A clogged cabin filter will restrict the airflow through your vents into the cabin. If you find yourself needing to turn the A/C or heat up to the highest setting to feel any air, please consider checking your cabin filter. Air Pollutants Airborne bacteria and germs can enter your car cabin, especially when the filter is dirty. The more you breathe in the dust and p ... read more