Is it Time to Change Your Engine's Filter?

Knowing why your Subaru needs certain things may help you understand why it's important to stay on track with your maintenance schedule. What can seem like something trivial or "not important" can end up causing major problems down the line. One key component to your engine's health and performance is your air filter.

What Does an Air Filter Do?

When you're driving on the road in Seattle or Redmond, your vehicle will come in contact with a lot of unclean air. Your engine filter will filter out the unclean air before it gets sucked into your engine. If that bad air comes in, your engine will risk contamination, which causes damage and major repairs down the line. A clean and properly installed engine filter will preserve your engine's performance and gas mileage by maintaining purified air underneath your hood.

How Often Should You Replace an Air Filter

Subaru maintains that your vehicle's air filter should be replaced every 12,000 miles or 7,500 miles, depending on the model year. For a more specific answer, you can check your Subaru owner's manual or stop by our dealership to get answers to your questions.

How to know if Your Subaru Needs a New Air Filter in Woodinville

Depending on the model year, your Subaru will notify you when your filter needs to be changed. One main sign is your cluster instrument's illuminated "check engine" light. But, if that doesn't alert you in Bothell, then your Subaru has other ways to inform you.

Here are a few more signs that your engine filter needs to be changed:

• Dark smoke coming from the exhaust
• Slow engine crank
• Decreased fuel efficiency
• Odd noises when idling
• Decrease in acceleration
• Residue around engine air intake
• Bad odor
• Noise coming from your air vents

Schedule Your Service with Eastside Subaru in Kirkland

If you notice any of these issues with your Subaru in Kirkland or you think you're due for an engine filter replacement, we're here to help. Our professional mechanics will change your air filter and ensure that your engine's performance is where it needs to be. You can schedule your appointment online or stop by in person. We'd love to get you rolling confidently in your Subaru today.