7 Symptoms Of A Dirty Air Filter - This Is Why Your Car Feels Sluggish

[@kellypatterson9456]

I just found out that the person who looked at my cars air filter broke the clips that hold down the housing and therefore causing debris to come into the manifold. Never trust an idiot.

[@carcarehacks]

Yea thats a bummer.

[@christopherbrock8913]

I am cool with a idiot - but don't be a dishonest idiot - just let me know that you broke my sh*t, so I can get it fixed or replace it - there is nothing wrong with mistakes as long as the person owns up to it (just my opinion)

[@Silvertarian]

"I know a guy who can do it cheaper." Always means, "I know a crackhead."

[@asvpbillyy2601]

that happen to me at a Take5 oil change . didn’t tell me anythin, didn’t think he even knew how take it out . looks like they forced to open it, when normal way it easy to take off

[@Clara-pr8zb]

Mechanics don't give a fuck. They do more damage then good for you to take it back, more money for them. Ford's are the same

[@tinaakino2207]

Mechanic forgot to clip one clip. Car is sluggish now and engine light is on. Hope you can advise. Thanks for the video

[@carcarehacks]

Take it back to the shop.

[@thecarguychannel]

Bang on advise it’s the same for a Diesel. I will change mine tomorrow.

[@carcarehacks]

Curious, how much did it cost?

[@thecarguychannel]

@ It cost £12 posted from eBay

[@Texas_Made_]

THANK YOU!! Love your videos so far so i subscribed! Saved some as well! Trying to learn more about cars other than what my mother has taught me

[@carcarehacks]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@SlimMichaelSpaghetti]

​@@carcarehacksmy air filter is $300 dollars

[@JuanRodriguez-sb7zp]

If my fuel economy hasnt improved after replacing air filter what do you suspect is the reason?

[@carcarehacks]

How old is your car?

[@myaheartsful]

Would I need to change it if the AC recirculating button doesn’t come on when I use the ac but works with the ac off?

[@mayomuncha4129]

I’m late but this has no effect on it. This just filters the air your engine sucks in, unrelated to your hvac. This is either an electrical issue or simply how your car is designed

[@carcarehacks]

No, you likely don't need to change the blend door actuator if the AC recirculation button doesn’t come on when the AC is running. This issue is more likely related to: HVAC Control Module: A fault in the control module or its programming might prevent the recirculation function from activating under certain conditions. Electrical Problem: A wiring issue or faulty connection to the recirculation system could cause intermittent operation. Recirculation Actuator: If the actuator that controls the recirculation door is failing, it could behave inconsistently. You should check the control panel's functionality, wiring connections, and the recirculation actuator before replacing any components.

[@ronaldcooper7609]

Fuel injected engines meter the correct amount of fuel for the air flow. A clogged air filter will reduce performance, but not decrease fuel economy. An older carbureted car will have increased fuel usage with a clogged filter.

[@charliesmith7942]

Correct. Likewise with efi, removing air restrictions will ad air and the computer will ad fuel accordingly to maintain performance

[@pkspecial2196]

I have a 2012 Honda CRV and my air filter was definitely affecting my fuel efficiency. When I took out my old air filter I thought it would be dirtier than it was. It was black in some areas but lighter in some others areas. After replacing the check engine light went off. But the check gas cap light turned on. My car battery is not holding a charge anymore. So now I think I still have two more issues. Either it's my fuel pump or fuel filter or fuel relay is gone bad. Or it's just battery issue that won't charge anymore.

[@Iknowyoumadnow]

Ok mr mechanic 🧰

[@carcarehacks]

Correct, in fuel-injected engines, the air-fuel ratio is managed by the engine control unit (ECU), so a clogged air filter typically affects performance rather than fuel economy, whereas in carbureted engines, a clogged air filter can cause richer fuel mixture and lead to increased fuel consumption.

[@RedCapMusik]

Change my air filter. And now I have a check engines in light.

[@carcarehacks]

Do you have an OBD scanner to reset the light?

[@Silvertarian]

Should we talk about how dirt and grimy my nasty airfilter was? lol. She runs great now.

[@carcarehacks]

Oh, I have some nasty photos from mine but I am unable to share them in a comment.

[@basavarajkv7091]

Excellent💯👍

[@carcarehacks]

Thanks ✌️

[@jubaer7423]

Excellent

[@carcarehacks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@GweGwe-lu9ob]

Can a bad air filter cause overheating I’ve change out a lot of my coolent systems parts already and it happens once in awhile turned out to be a head gasket lol 😂

[@carcarehacks]

Were you loosing any coolant without leaks?

[@heroknaderi]

Thanks

[@duranguense9184]

That is way i take my of

[@carcarehacks]

That works too :)

[@dgribble556]

Great video!

[@asmokingp3005]

Every 30 thousand miles?

[@carcarehacks]

Yep, thats right.

[@BraidenMaleterre-gb7zv]

Why would my air filter box feel hot??

[@carcarehacks]

Basically 3 things can cause this. Engine is generating more heat than it should (monitor the temperature gauge), poorly sealed air filter box which allows it to draw in extra hot air from the engine, and a dirty or clogged air filter.

[@BraidenMaleterre-gb7zv]

Thank you I found a long crack at the bottom of the air box thanks alot you nailed it

[@BraidenMaleterre-gb7zv]

It was not noticeable when I checked my air filter until I used a flash light at night and looked at the box sure shit light was coming from the box! So how can I repair this until I find a new box?

[@jeromehorne684]

Okay Mr. Vladimir... I appreciate this video my man lol u do sound Russian though maybe Bulgarian

[@carcarehacks]

Haha, it's Igor and no I am not russian or bulgarian, but keep on guessing :)

[@btk2234]

👍

[@carcarehacks]

Thanks for watching.

[@zipeppe1]

30.000 miles is a lot , should be changed every 12/15000 miles max

[@tander101]

Nobody told me this. Corolla been driving for over 20,000 miles. Just ordered a new one

[@carcarehacks]

Depends on where you live. I can go easily 30k without changing it.

[@tjstraw1]

@@carcarehacks I live in the desert where it gets very hot. Would I need to change it more often as a result?

[@Iknowyoumadnow]

The 8th symptom.....a terrible accent

[@carcarehacks]

Completely irrelevant to the air filter, but thanks.

[@whitestar3531]

Thanks