Every 15,000 to 30,000 miles, you’ll want to change the car air filter on your Nissan vehicle. This is the filter that stops dust, dirt, sand, bugs, and other debris from entering your engine and potentially causing harm. Your local Bay Area Nissan dealership is happy to do this job for you.
Replacing the Car Air Filter on Your Nissan
The driving conditions your Nissan is subjected to have a bearing on the frequency of necessary air filter changes. In a desert environment, for instance, you can expect to change the filter twice as often as you might in a clean area. Hence the reason for Nissan’s 15,000 to 30,000-mile recommendation. Wildfires can also create extra work for air filters through airborne soot and ash.
What does the air filter do? Once the outside air has entered the cold air collection box or intake box of your Nissan, it then has to pass through the filter before supplying the engine. Air is a vital component of the engine’s combustion process. The absence of a filter would lead to engine damage and, ultimately, engine failure, so this is not a sensible option.
Ironically, removing an air filter can briefly improve performance owing to increased airflow, but this would simultaneously harm your engine. In contrast, driving a car with a dirty air filter reduces performance and will eventually spoil your driving experience.
What Happens If I Don’t Change My Air Filter?
Prevention is always better than cure with car maintenance, and it’s often less expensive. If you continue to drive your Nissan with a dirty, clogged air filter, any of the following adverse effects are possible:
- Check engine light may come on
- Unreliable starting
- Refueling more often because of reduced efficiency
- Rough engine idling
- Weaker acceleration with less torque
- Sudden jolts during acceleration
- Increased engine noise
- Black exhaust fumes
Whenever you notice any of these problems, it’s quite likely that an air filter change is long overdue. Take your vehicle to a Nissan dealer without further ado! Note that a clogged filter can also increase wear on engine parts through insufficient airflow and the resulting incomplete combustion.
Servicing At Your San Jose Nissan Dealership
Air filter changes are standard fare for our experienced mechanics, who perform them quickly and efficiently to suit your schedule. You can drop by a Nissan Service Center for an Express Service without needing an appointment. You’ll gain extra peace of mind by knowing your car is in good hands. The high-quality OEM filter we use will fit your car perfectly for optimum performance.
Is your air filter due for a change? Contact Stevens Creek Nissan in San Jose, CA to discuss your needs, or just turn up during our service hours.
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