Changing the engine air filter in your car is an important maintenance item that should be done regularly. This filter removes the dust, pollen and other debris that your engine sucks in to run. Excessively dirty air filters can lead to decreased mpgs, carbon buildup and other internal engine damage. This video shows you how to determine if the air filter in your car needs to be replaced or is still good to be used. Mechanic Alex Hess walks through the steps for determining the duration you need to change your filter and gives an in depth analysis of what can happen to drivers who neglect this maintenance item.
Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.