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Without an engine air filter, your vehicle would be in serious trouble. This vital filter needs to be changed regularly, and when that time comes, Libertyville Chevrolet is the place to go. If you’re a DIY enthusiast, you’ll love that our well-stocked parts department carries OEM GM engine air filters designed to fit your Chevy perfectly. If you’d rather leave the filter changing to the professionals, you’re in luck! We also have a state-of-the-art service center staffed by professional, certified technicians who will be glad to perform this service to keep your Chevy performing at its peak.
Did you know that your Chevy’s engine needs air just like you do? Air is one of the four key components in any gas-powered engine: air, fuel, spark, and compression (diesel engines don’t require a spark, but they do require the other three). A mixture of fuel and air is injected into the combustion chambers of your vehicle’s engine; this mixture is then compressed by the piston and ignited by a spark. However, debris in the engine could cause immense harm. The engine air filter helps keep the engine safe by keeping contaminants from entering into the engine itself.
Engine air filters need to be replaced because they’re good at their job. Over time, a collection of the contaminants that the filter has blocked will start to build up, clogging the filter itself. When this happens, your engine may stop functioning as well. You may notice that your car doesn’t seem to have the same power it once did, or that your gas mileage has gone down. If an air filter is clogged enough, it may cause the engine to misfire or stop running altogether!
How often you’ll need this service performed depends on several factors. If you drive on dirt roads or in more highly polluted areas, for example, you may need to replace it more often. Normally, it’s best to replace it anywhere between 10,000 and 30,000 miles. Regular multi-point inspections can help you figure out when yours needs to be changed.
When you’re ready to bring your Chevy in for an engine air filter replacement, use our convenient online service scheduling tool. This is a relatively quick service, so feel free to wait in our comfortable customer lounge and enjoy amenities that range from fresh-baked cookies to a quiet room! We look forward to showing you why our service is different at Libertyville Chevrolet, serving Mundelein and Grayslake.
