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Is your family taxi — family toxic?
Is your car could be making you and your family feel sick, tired, stressed out and irritable?
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Is there a smell in your car? And no amount of air freshner seems to do the trick? It could be your cabin air filter!
Symptoms of a Bad Cabin Air Filter:
Decreased Airflow: If you notice a significant reduction in airflow through your vents, even on higher settings, chances are your cabin air filter is clogged with dirt, dust, and debris.
Persistent Odours: An unpleasant smell that refuses to budge can be an indication that your cabin air filter is unable to effectively trap odorous particles, leaving your car's interior smelling musty or stale.
Allergy Aggravation: Frequent sneezing, itchy eyes, or other allergy symptoms experienced primarily during your car rides could point to an insufficiently functional cabin air filter, failing to filter out airborne allergens.
The vital importance of replacing your cabin air filter.
As responsible vehicle owners, we often focus on routine oil changes, tyre rotations, and brake inspections to ensure our cars are in tip-top shape.
However, one often overlooked component, with detrimental consequences, is the cabin air filter.
Time for an upgrade?
You know your cabin filter is due when it catches your phone...
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Or if your cabin air filter is collecting more than just dust...
The Impacts of a Bad Cabin Air Filter:
Poor Vehicle Performance: A dirty cabin air filter impedes the flow of clean air to your car's HVAC system. This, in turn, burdens your blower motor and air conditioning unit, causing strain and decreasing their efficiency.
Health Risks: Apart from shielding your vehicle's vital components, the cabin air filter serves as your first line of defense against airborne contaminants. A clogged or damaged filter can allow harmful pollutants such as dust, pollen, bacteria, and even exhaust fumes to enter your car's cabin, jeopardising both your respiratory health and that of your passengers.
The Importance of Timely Replacement:
Given the above symptoms and impacts, it is crucial to replace your cabin air filter regularly, according to your vehicle manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule. Doing so will:
Improve Air Quality: By investing in a fresh cabin air filter, you ensure that the air circulating within your vehicle is free from pollutants and allergens, enabling you and your passengers to breathe in cleaner, healthier air.
Prolong HVAC System Lifespan: A clean and efficient cabin air filter promotes proper airflow, which ultimately reduces strain on your car's blower motor and air conditioning unit, potentially extending their longevity and minimising repair costs.
Enhance Overall Driving Experience: Riding in a vehicle with fresh, filtered air not only contributes to your comfort but also aids in maintaining concentration and alertness, improving your overall driving experience.
At Blenks Automotive & Performance we check your cabin air filter as part of our free Vehicle Inspection report which you can request with every full car service.
Book online, or come see the team at our Murray Bridge workshop today to get your cabin air filter checked and replaced.
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