Air Filters – What Are They and Do They Need Service? | Houston, TX

Learn all about vehicle air filters with the Fred Haas Toyota Country team in Houston, TX! Our service team is here to talk about what they are, how they work, and when you need to get them checked near Spring, Tomball, The Woodlands, and Cypress, TX.

What Are Air Filters?

The air filters that work inside your vehicle play a huge role in blocking any dirt, debris, or contaminants from entering. There are two different types of filters, so know the difference between the below!

1. Cabin Air Filters: The cabin air filter is responsible for making sure the air entering the inside of your car through heating or ventilation is clean! This filter can trap things like dust and pollen in the air so you don’t inhale any unnecessary particles while driving.

2. Engine Air Filters: The engine air filter does an identical job, but works at a different location. It also prevents dirt or dust from coming in, but it stops these particles from entering into the combustion chambers. It ensures that only clean air reaches the engine. This is super important in spreading out the life and health of your engine.

Do They Need Service?

At most oil change locations, the technicians will also check your engine air filter while servicing, and recommend when it is time to get a replacement. Both engine and cabin air filters need check-ups, and we encourage you to ask your technician to check both when you’re at your next service appointment. 

Both engine and cabin filters are vital to your car, truck, or SUV’s health, and we hope the information above helps! Any further questions can be directed to our team at (281) 738-1690. Schedule your next service appointment with us! We’re located at 22435 SH-249 Houston, TX 77070.