03/28/2022
ARE YOU BREATHING THIS IN??
A common problem we see in our shop is dirty cabin air filters left behind by other shops. Pollen season is starting, or has already started in some areas, & the weather will be warming up soon as well. We can be sure your HVAC system is working at it's peak performance.
What If You Don’t Change Your Cabin Air Filter Enough?
Dangers abound if you don’t replace your cabin air filter regularly. Here are a few of the risks a dirty cabin air filter poses:
Health Troubles
A functional cabin air filter is essential in keeping the inside of a vehicle free of pollutants. A cabin air filter that’s dirty or clogged won’t filter those contaminants, causing problems for those who suffer from allergies or have breathing difficulties. A good rule of thumb is to replace your cabin air filter every February, before spring allergy season arrives, especially if you live in an area with a lot of trees. A new cabin air filter will prevent pollen from making its way into a vehicle and causing its occupants to start sneezing, or worse.
HVAC System Will Run Poorly
A cabin air filter left in place beyond its life span will make a vehicle’s HVAC system work harder, which can cause the motor to burn up. Dirty or clogged cabin air filters will reduce the amount of air flowing from the vents. That affects cabin air temperature, which depends on a steady flow of air passing through the heater core, evaporator, or both components. Not changing your cabin air filter will make your HVAC system work much harder.
Poor Window Fog Clearing
Another problem that arises when airflow is compromised is that windows won’t clear as quickly. Also, the diminished air quality that comes from a cabin air filter that’s overdue to be replaced allows condensation to form on the windshield. Once the cabin air filter is replaced, there will be less fog buildup on the windshield.
Foul Odors
No, that terrible smell coming from your vents isn’t from anything that you just drove by. It’s coming from not changing your cabin air filter. Dirty or excessively clogged cabin air filters can produce a dusty, musty stench, especially when the HVAC system is turned on. Changing your cabin air filter at regular intervals will ensure that your passengers don’t have to wind down their windows in the dead of winter to get some fresh air.
*Info from carfax.com
