{"id":3505,"date":"2019-07-19T11:14:10","date_gmt":"2019-07-19T11:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thomasgroupltd.co.uk\/?p=3505"},"modified":"2019-07-19T11:14:10","modified_gmt":"2019-07-19T11:14:10","slug":"how-regular-filter-replacement-protects-engines-and-occupants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thomasgroupltd.co.uk\/how-regular-filter-replacement-protects-engines-and-occupants\/","title":{"rendered":"How regular filter replacement protects engines and occupants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Mike Ruff GW Editor-&#8216;Garage Wire<\/em>&#8216;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bosch explains important roles of fuel, oil, air and cabin filters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomasgroupltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Bosch-Filters.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3506\" width=\"568\" height=\"373\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>If a vehicle\u2019s filters are not replaced in due time, the consequences can be unpleasant, Bosch has warned vehicle owners.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Fuel, oil, air and cabin filters protect the engine, the injection system and the occupants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To fulfill their tasks reliably they need to be replaced regularly and in line with the replacement intervals specified by the manufacturers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Bosch spokesperson said: <em>\u201cProducts of premium quality provide maximum safety, and therefore it is important to install high-quality filters.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cThis is due to high-quality materials, thorough processing and stringent product tests complying with the same standards applied for OE parts.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fuel filters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fuel filters protect the injection system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They reliably separate particles and water from fuel and contribute to optimum engine performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bosch said: <em>\u201cIf the fuel filter gets clogged, the fuel supply can be affected negatively, which can cause a loss power and engine standstill.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cThe fuel pump can also be overstressed by excessive strains acting on it \u2013 which can even cause short circuits.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Oil filters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oil filters remove soot and metal particles from engine oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bosch said: <em>\u201cA clogged oil filter can lead to a lack of reliable engine lubrication, which can cause premature engine wear and damage, as well as reduced engine performance and increased oil consumption.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Air filters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Air filters clean the intake air used for the combustion to protect engine<br>components downstream against dirt and damages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bosch said: <em>\u201cA clogged air filter can cause increased fuel consumption and pollutant emissions.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cIt can even cause a loss of engine power.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cabin filters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cabin filters ensure clean and pleasant air inside the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, Bosch FILTER+ also provides both an anti-allergic and anti-bacterial effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bosch said: <em>\u201cIf cabin filters get clogged, the windows and windscreen can fog up much faster and reduce visibility.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cIncreased pollutant and pollen concentration within the cabin can reduce the power of concentration and cause allergic reactions.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cDeposits on the evaporator can result in reduced air conditioning performance.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bosch recommends replacing cabin filters once a year or every 15000km, and to always abide by the manufacturer specifications with regards to filter replacements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomasgroupltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Diesel_Parts_Direct_Final-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3431\" width=\"163\" height=\"93\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:left\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"To buy filters visit Diesel parts direct (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dieselpartsdirect.co.uk\/dpd-products\/filtration.html\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>To buy filters visit Diesel Parts Direct<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mike Ruff GW Editor-&#8216;Garage Wire&#8216; Bosch explains important roles of fuel, oil, air and cabin filters If a vehicle\u2019s filters are not replaced in due time, the consequences can be unpleasant, Bosch has warned vehicle owners. Fuel, oil, air and cabin filters protect the engine, the injection system and the occupants. 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