Your air filter is a very important component of your vehicle. Both the cabin and engine air filters provide protection from pollutants. It ensures that the engine and the air you breath are clean whenever you are driving down the road. Unfortunately, air filters need to be replaced more often than not to ensure that the air is safe for your lungs and pistons. Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park has the right stuff that you need to get your air filter professionally changed. Let's take a closer look at some air filter facts and some signs that should indicate when you need to get it changed.

Why Should I Get My Air Filter Replaced?

While replacing your air filter can improve the air quality inside of your cabin and also improve your gas mileage. You will be able to reduce emissions that come from your vehicle whenever you drive as well. Fortunately, an automotive technician from the Sherwood Ford Service Center can assist you with replacing your air filters when the time is right. Not replacing your air filters in a timely manner can decrease your fuel efficiency or worse lead to engine damage which in turn can cost you more money in the long run!

Signs its Time to Replace Your Air Filter

Here are some telltale signs that you need to replace your air filter inside of your vehicle:

Your gas mileage is not efficient as it was
You may hear unusual engine sounds from under the hood
The service/check engine light suddenly comes on
Black smoke and/or flames that are coming from your vehicle's exhaust
A constant gasoline smell
Your air filter appears to be physically dirty
Rough idle or sluggish acceleration
The air inside the cabin has a foul odour

All of these signs indicate that it is most certainly time to replace your filters. All you have to do is bring your vehicle to us and we will be able to assist you with professionally replacing your filter. Don't wait for a second longer if you know that your air filter needs to be replaced! If you take care of your vehicle, it will help take care of you. And when you use a Motorcraft^® air filter, you’re using a factory-approved replacement part that is specifically made for your vehicle.

A Breath of Fresh Air at Sherwood Ford

Our dealership stands out from the rest by providing high-quality customer service and automotive care that you can always depend on. Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park, AB should be your go-to shop for all things automotive care. We are proud of our ability to provide you with the highest level of care whenever it comes to automotive services. Bring your vehicle to us today if you notice signs of your vehicle requiring a filter replacement. We'll have you back on the road safely in no time at all.