How Many Types of Filters Does a Car Have?
The cars need different types of components to work properly.September 26, 2022
The cars need different types of components to work properly. Car filters are among these components which both protect the engine and the car itself. Here, it is possible to talk about four main car filter types: the fuel filter (which can be a petroleum filter or diesel filter), oil filter, cabin filter, and air filter. Each of these car filters has different tasks to ensure everything works perfectly.
However, you need to know that filters differ from vehicle to vehicle. While every automobile has 4 types of main filters; air dryers, urea, and coolant filters are also used in heavy vehicles such as trucks and construction machines. For example, coolant filters are used in large diesel engines for heavy-duty vehicles and industrial machines.
Fuel Filter
The fuel filter in a car is one of the most important components for the proper operation of the engine. The fuel filter will keep all the undesired materials such as dirt, dust, and residues that are present in the fuel. This way the engine will work with filtered fuel, and this will decrease the mechanical and friction damage to the engine components.
Oil Filter
The oil filter in a car is responsible for keeping the small particles in the engine oil away from the engine. This filter will ensure that clean engine oil is pumped into the engine for lubrication. The particle-free engine oil can increase the performance and lifecycle of the engine and its components.
Cabin Filter
Contrary to the other three filter types, the cabin filter is related to the comfort of the driver and passengers. The cabin filter will keep the pollen and dust in the outside environment away from the interior of the car. This will help the driver and passengers to have a comfortable drive.
Air Filter
The air filter in the car is mounted in front of the engine to keep away the dust and dirt from the engine. The engine needs air for high-efficiency fuel combustion. The fuel combustion requires air and the engine must be kept at a certain temperature for effective operation. The air filter will hold the particles to ensure the engine works properly. Each car usually has two air filters. One is an engine air filter, and the other is a cabin air filter. Over 90% of new cars and trucks are equipped with cabin air filters.
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