Air Filters

The combustion engine in your VW relies on a mix of air and fuel to help it generate the right amount of power. Heat energy gets produced by the air and fuel, which is what provides horsepower for the engine. The air filter helps by keeping pollutants and particles out of the air used in this process and away from your engine. The filter will eventually need replacement from wearing down over time and becoming dirty. Knowing when to change out the air filter is important, and there are some signs you can look out for in case you need to get a new one sooner versus later. Deposits can start to build up in your engine if you have a clogged air filter. This can cause the check engine warning light to come on if it gets too severe. Your engine also might start using more fuel than it used to because of a lack of oxygen getting through to it. Your engine will compensate, resulting in a decreased fuel efficiency. Having a hard time starting your car can be caused by a range of things, including problems with the ignition. However, any imbalance with the air and fuel can mimic ignition problems, so check the condition of your air filter. Find OEM VW air filters here at Volkswagen Parts Counter.