OEM Auto Air Filters

How to Make Sure You Get a Quality Air Filter

Under the hood, the air filter traps dust, road salt, and bugs so your engine takes in clean air that gets mixed with fuel. Whichever car you drive, a clean air element is the difference between a car that feels quick and one that feels like it’s struggling and out of breath.

Expert Buying Tips for Air Filters

1. Verify Your Engine displacement

Turbocharged and naturally aspirated versions of the same car often use different filters.

2. Check the Seal Flexibility

When you receive the filter, ensure the rubber gasket is flexible and soft.

3. Avoid Universal Fitments

Filters that claim to fit multiple car brands often fit none of them well.

4. Inspect During Every Oil Change

You don't always need a new filter, but checking it every 5,000 miles ensures you catch a clog before it kills your performance. Ensure your intake air isn't being contaminated by oil leaks by maintaining your valve cover.

5. Consider Your Daily Environment

If you live in a dusty or construction-heavy area, you may need to replace your air filter twice as often.

6. Buy Genuine in Bulk

Buying two or three genuine filters at once can save on shipping and future downtime.

7. Look for the OEM Part Number

Always verify that the part number on the box matches the one stamped on your original factory filter.

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