Filter Swap Service at Whiteoak Lincoln

Cabin and Engine Air Filter Swap Service in Mississauga, ON

The air filter in your cabin ventilates the air inside your vehicle, while the engine air filter keeps the air entering your engine before combustion clean and free of particulates like dust, pollen, pollutants, and more. Because these filters both collect particulate matter, they require swapping every now and then (around every 19,000 to 24,000 kilometres for engine air filters, and around every 20,000 kilometres for cabin air filters), which is why the trained technicians in our Service Department offer filter swap services. You can also visit our Quick Lane to get your air filters swapped out in 45 minutes or less, with no appointment required, allowing you to get back and driving around Mississauga, ON, in no time!

Read on for more information about our filter swap service, including why keeping a clean filter in both your cabin and engine is so important, along with frequently asked questions about filter swapping! You can also learn more about the other services at Whiteoak Lincoln, such as Brake Service and Oil Change Service, by clicking here.

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How Often Should You Swap Your Engine Air Filter?

Trained technicians typically suggest swapping your engine air filter every 19,000 to 24,000 kilometres, though this can change depending on how often you drive your vehicle as well as the type of air filter you use. This means you typically want to get your engine air filter changed every one or two years, while people who drive on dirt roads or do a lot of off-roading might want to get the filter changed more often.

How Often Should You Swap Your Cabin Air Filter?

A cabin air filter, on the other hand, should be swapped out every every 20,000 kilometres, which is usually around every year. This keeps the air quality in your cabin cleaner, which is very important if you have any allergies or breathing difficulties.

Why Are Regular Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter Swaps Important?

When the engine air filter is dirty, it can’t as easily stop particulate matter from getting into the engine, which can clog it. Considering a clogged engine is an expensive fix, keeping the air filter clean is very important.

If you or your passengers have allergies or breathing difficulties, swapping the cabin air filter often is also very important. It’s suggested to swap out your cabin air filter before the spring season, as allergy season tends to be in full swing once spring hits. A dirty cabin air filter can also make your HVAC system work overtime, which leads to more wear and tear on the system, which can be costly to repair.

Filter Swap Service FAQs

Can I drive my vehicle with a bad engine air filter or cabin air filter?

While you can drive your vehicle with both a dirty engine air filter and a dirty cabin air filter, both are not advised for different reasons, the main one for both being that, when they are dirty, particulates can more easily get through the filter, which leads to damage to either your engine or your HVAC system, both of which will lead to more expensive repairs.

I have allergies. How often should I get my cabin air filter swapped?

Every vehicle owner should have their cabin air filter swapped out around every 20,000 kilometres or once a year, whichever comes first. However, if you have allergies, it’s suggested that the best time to swap out the filter is before allergy season, so just before the spring, as this can let your filter help more to keep pollen and other allergens out of your cabin. You can still swap it only every 20,000 kilometres or once a year, but doing so in the spring is a wise choice.

How is the filter swap service at the Service Department different from the one at the Quick Lane at Whiteoak Lincoln?

The only difference between the filter swap services at our Service Department and Quick Lane at Whiteoak Lincoln is that one requires an appointment and the other does not. Both services are done expediently and get you back on the road in no time, but the Quick Lane Service does not require you to book an appointment before showing up to get your filters swapped out.

Get Your Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter Swapped at Whiteoak Lincoln in Mississauga, ON

Whether you’re looking to get your cabin air filter or your engine air filter swapped out for a brand new one, our team at Whiteoak Lincoln in Mississauga, ON, has you covered! You can get your filters swapped at both our Service Department and Quick Lane, with the Quick Lane needing no appointment before you stop in, while the Service Department allows you to book a specific time to get your vehicle’s filters taken care of. Contact us if you have any questions about our services, and use our secure form below to book a service appointment for your air filter swaps today!