Fuel filter
A fuel filter ensures that the fuel is filtered before it gets to the engine. A fuel filter is a filter in the fuel line, so
somewhere along with the fuel hose . Fuel filters are both used at petrol and diesel-powered cars and are also called diesel filters for a diesel car. For petrol
cars, this is often called a petrol filter.
The fuel that you fill up with at the petrol pump is
already filtered, but dirt or rust can still get mixed up with the fuel. The
fuel needs to be as pure as possible before it reaches the engine. Without a
properly functioning fuel filter, dirt can reach the engine. Dirt and rust
particles can cause a lot of damage to, among other things, the fuel pump and fuel injectors . If these car parts fail to work and need replacement, repair
costs can be very high. Surely something you want to prevent. To make sure
chances are as slim as possible, you need to preventively replace the fuel
filter every so often. This way you can ensure that the engine can run as it
should. When the filter is due for replacement it can get clogged, which may
lead to all other problems such as starting problems and power loss.
Bad fuel filter symptoms Over time the filtering capabilities of the fuel
filter can decrease, it can get clogged and can even get damaged. If a fuel
filter is not replaced in time, the fuel will no longer be sufficiently
filtered. This can cause the fuel pump and the injection system to fail, which
in itself can lead to high repair costs. Bit of a pity when knowing that
replacing a fuel filter regularly roughly costs somewhere between £5 to 20. So
it is certainly not worth saving on fuel filter replacements. Replacing it
regularly pays itself easily back. A failing or clogged fuel filter can be
recognized by a number of points.
Decreasing engine power; A rough idling engine; Increase in fuel consumption; Noises from the fuel pump; The car will not start; The Check Engine Light is on. Changing a fuel filter In general, it is recommended to change a fuel
filter every 30,000 miles. If you do not make as many miles, the rule of thumb
is to change the fuel filter every 2 years. The diesel filter or petrol filter
is also often replaced as part of the major service. You can easily change a
fuel filter yourself, it is a small and simple job. Replacing the fuel filter
yourself can help save money. Order a cheap petrol or diesel filter at Winparts
and it only it will take some time. Of course, it depends on the make and type
of car how easy it is to change the filter. Is the petrol filter or diesel
filter between the fuel line under the bonnet ? Then replacing the fuel filter
is easy. The fuel lines are often clicked onto the filter with some kind of
clamp, which can easily be removed. Pay attention, fuel might still be in the
fuel lines. Be careful not to get this on you or in your eyes. Using a oil drain pan to collect the fuel is recommended. You can then place the new filter the same
way.
Buying a new fuel filter Buying a new fuel filter is quick and easy at
Winparts. You can easily enter your number plate or choose your car on make,
model and type and the suitable fuel filters for your car are displayed. We
offer a wide range from different top brands such as Bosch , FEBI , Mann filter , Mahle or K&N filter . You can also find other filters such as oil filters , performance filters , interior filters or air filters at Winparts.
