dru23:
Most times when we do oil change.. We forget to check the Engine Air filter in our car.. Your mechanic might not remember to do all these basic things... please do check all these things.


1. A clogged Air filter will stress out your engine
2. A clogged filter can cause oil consumption
3. A plugged filter will increase fuel consumption
4. A clogged filter will decrease the life span of your engine
5. A clogged Air filter can will lead to over heating, this is just to name a few things .. This air filter that you are overlooking can be the main cause of engine break down .. Nigeria roads are so dirty and dusty that all types of debris and dirt clogged up your engine air flow. Depending on the car ,air filter at most will cost you about 5k naira ... please change your Air filter, don't dust off the dirt or vacuum. Just change it completely by buying a new one ...

thebigkendo:


Care to show a clogged air filter can lead to engine overheating?

dru23:


If the engine is not getting proper air flow ,what do u think might happen?

thebigkendo:


Not overheating

Engine will either
-stall
-Continue running with reduced performance
-Misfire
-Poor mpg

thebigkendo:


Not overheating

Engine will either
-stall
-Continue running with reduced performance
-Misfire
-Poor mpg

dru23:

thebigkendo:


Am not suprise sha.. Same you said changing from water to coolant will solve engine overheating problem