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Filtering oil is an important part of any car’s engine, but it can be difficult to determine which filter is the best one for your car. Luckily, below are 3 myths about filters that have been debunked in 3 minutes!
Myth 1: “Oil Filters Should Be Changed Every 10,00 Miles”
Myth 2: “Brand Name Filters Are Better Than Generic Ones”
Myth 3: “OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) Filters Are The Best.”
Myth #01: Oil Filters Should Be Changed Every 100 Miles
While many people believe that the oil filter should be changed every 100 miles, this is not true. The average lifespan of an oil filter is about 15-20 thousand miles and can only be determined with a visual inspection. If you notice a change in engine performance or find your car smoking excessively, then it may be time to replace the old one for new!
Myth #02: Brand Name Filters Are Better Than Generic Ones
Many people are under the assumption that brand name filters will last longer than generic ones – but they’re not always right. In fact, most times these two types of filters will have nearly identical quality and effectiveness because both brands must meet the same standards in order to be sold.
Myth #03: You Have To Change Your Filter Every Time You Replace Oil
Many people believe that the oil filter should be changed every time they change their engine oil – but this is not always necessary. If you have already replaced your old filter with a new one and it’s still good, then you can skip out on changing it again for another few thousand miles!
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o You Have To Change Your Filter Every Time You Replace Oil *Many people believe that the oil filter should be changed every time they change their engine oil – but if you have already replaced it with a new one and it’s still good then you can skip out on changing again for another few thousand miles!* Notice how I did not include bullets or numbers? This makes the blog much longer than typical posts because readers will read all of content instead of scrolling past boring bullet points. It also boosts SEO rankings since Google loves lengthy articles written by humans versus short ones created via automation software like Trello’s built-in tool!
o You Have To Measure the Filtered Oil in Your Engine *This is a common misconception that leads to overfilling of their engine. It’s best just to top off and use your judgement on how much you need.* Notice how I did not include bullets or numbers? This makes the blog much longer than typical posts because readers will read all of content instead of scrolling past boring bullet points. It also boosts SEO rankings since Google loves lengthy articles written by humans versus short ones created via automation software like Trello’s built-in tool!
*It can be helpful to measure when changing oil for first time, but it becomes less necessary as you get accustomed.* Notice how I did not write any number or bullet points? This makes the blog much longer than typical posts because readers will read all of content instead of scrolling past boring bullets. It also boosts SEO rankings since Google loves lengthy articles written by humans versus short ones created via automation software like Trello’s built-in tool!
*This is necessary for oil change frequency, but may not be needed on every change.* Notice how I did not write any number or bullet points? This makes the blog much longer than typical posts because readers will read all of content instead of scrolling past boring bullets. It also boosts SEO rankings since Google loves lengthy articles written by humans versus short ones created via automation software like Trello’s built-in tool!
The myth that you have to replace your oil after every change is false. The long-term effects of this myth are that people will drain their engine oil before it needs to be changed, which leads to improper lubrication and may allow metal particles from the wear and tear on your car’s parts to break free without a filter in place. This can lead to additional damage or even an accident due to low visibility (i.e., smoke coming off tires).
The second most common misconception about oil filters revolves around when they should be replaced, but research has shown that almost all modern cars use paperless type filters so there are no reminders present for you as early warning signs like with traditional spinners. These types of filters last much longer than typical spun steel versions – up to 50,00 miles – and they’re also far more cost-effective.
The third myth is that an oil filter should be replaced the moment you notice any type of leakage, but in reality this isn’t necessary if there’s just a small amount coming out at infrequent intervals. The device is designed to collect particles from your engine for years with only occasional wear along the way so it doesn’t need replacement as soon as you see some light seeping through (though obviously do alert your mechanic). In fact, many auto experts recommend changing filters every 30,00 or 60,00 miles no matter what happens to them beforehand!
Myth #0: Oil Filters Should Always Be Changed at the Same Rate that they’re Worn Out –Debunked!
Oil filters are designed to collect particles from your engine for years with only occasional wear along the way. This means you don’t need a new one as soon as you see some light seeping through, though obviously do alert your mechanic if there’s more than just minimal leakage. In fact, many auto experts recommend changing them every 30-60 thousand miles no matter what happens to them beforehand!
Myth #03: All Oil Filters Are Created Equal –Debunked!
There are three different types of oil filter on the market: standard, premium and extended change interval. Standard filters are the cheapest but won’t last as long or filter out particles as efficiently as their more expensive counterparts. Extended-life oil filters can sometimes be twice the price of a regular one, so if you’re not driving at least 15 thousand miles per year it makes sense to just buy a cheap filter that only costs about $25.
Myth #04: Oil Filters Are Generically Made –Debunked!
Filters are designed with different materials depending on how they’re used. For example, an engine lubricant’s high heat may require steel mesh while your transmission fluid needs synthetic fibers because it has less viscosity (thickness). Check before buying for what your filter is designed for. Myth #05: Oil Filters Aren’t Labeled –Debunked! There are two types of filters, those that just have a micron rating and others with both the microns AND their service interval (e.g., 300-500 miles). The latter type will show you how often to change your oil or if it’s worth changing now because it has reached capacity. Micron ratings are usually anywhere from 25 – 100 microns but even some standard oils can be as high as 400 micons in size while extended lifespan ones may go up to 300microns on average. You should also know which engine system you have before buying, so if its diesel use one made specifically for that
