Do you need to replace your vehicle’s cabin air filter? Ask the pros

Have you been noticing a foul smelling odor inside your vehicle, or that the air circulation seems sluggish, even when you have the heat or air conditioning fan set on high? Then you might need the cabin air filter to be replaced.

You may not have heard of this relatively unknown but vitally important piece of equipment, but it is on the radar for the specially trained auto technicians at Al's One Stop Auto. During any routine servicing, we will check the age and condition of this hidden filter and recommend whether it’s time for a replacement.

Your vehicle’s cabin air filter is a key line of defense protecting you and your passengers from contaminants like dust, dirt, smoke, smog, and mold. This paper-based barrier also keeps exhaust from entering the vehicle’s interior, and blocks out airborne debris like leaves, bugs and animal droppings, too. This can be especially important during allergy season, when pollen can work its way into your moving vehicle. It is also of concern to anyone suffering from asthma or other respiratory conditions. 

Some signs that your vehicle’s cabin air filter is no longer doing its job include musty odors coming through the air inside the car; the heating or air conditioner is making noise or blowing weakly; the windows are not clearing properly; or there is a whistling sound coming from the air intake ducts. When to change the filter varies depending on the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations, and the conditions in the area where you live and drive.

At Al's One Stop Auto, we want you to breathe easily when you drive, and that includes not only the condition of your vehicle, but your health as well. Our auto technicians perform rigorous diagnostic testing to keep you safely on the road, and we never try to sell you something your vehicle doesn’t need. Call us today to schedule an appointment.