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REPLACE THE ENGINE AIR FILTER
The cabin air filter isn’t the only filter that requires tender love and care; the engine air
filter does too. One gallon of fuel requires 10,000 gallons of air for proper combustion
which is why clean air is a vital element for good engine functioning. The benefits of
cleaning the filter include improved acceleration, reduced emissions, increased engine
life, better gas mileage, and overall enhanced driveability. Each monthly car
maintenance routine should include a check into the situation of the engine air filter. If it
has accumulated dirt, have it replaced. If you drive all day long in high traffic areas or
have a long commute, your filter may attract dirt at a quicker pace than if you drove on
the open road during the weekend only.