Clean filters mean your engine doesn't have to work as hard. They contribute to better driving, improved fuel efficiency and an engine that runs longer.
Benefits of Clean Filters
Clean air filters can help with the following tasks:
- Trap dirt particles that can damage your engine
- Optimize the mix of fuel and air in your engine, which equals better fuel economy
- Improve horsepower and engine performance
Clean cabin air filters can help with the following tasks:
- Clean the air you breathe from dust, pollen and other airborne particles
- Optimize your heating and cooling system
Clean fuel filters can help with the following tasks:
- Optimize your fuel flow
- Protect your fuel injection components from impurities
Every maintenance schedule contains a complete set of filter services designed to help keep clean filters in your vehicle. It's a convenient way to make sure everything in your vehicle is taken care of properly.
Spotting Dirty Air Filters
Check your owner's guide for instructions on removing your air filter. If you see dirt or debris in the filter, it may be time for a new one. Dirt and dust can clog the filter and break down your oil, reducing performance.
Your air filter might need replacement if you notice any of the following:
- Feel decreased engine performance
- Experience jerky or slow acceleration
- Experience reduced gas mileage
- Hear coughing or spitting when your vehicle is idling
If you notice any of these symptoms, you should schedule an appointment at your local Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership.
Spotting Dirty Fuel Filters
Your fuel filter might need replacement if you notice any of the following:
- Feel your car jerk at high rpms
- Experience an engine that doesn't start (check your battery and ignition system first)
If you notice any of these symptoms, you should schedule an appointment at your local Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership.
Spotting Dirty Cabin Air Filters
A dirty cabin air filter won't necessarily affect the way your vehicle drives, but it does affect the air you breathe through your ventilation, heating and air-conditioning system. It helps to reduce pollen, dust, mold and other airborne particles, which is good for allergies. If your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter, it should be replaced every 15,000 miles.
Choosing the Right Filters
The most important rule of thumb to follow when having filters replaced on your vehicle is to make sure they meet or exceed the original equipment standards. If you get them anywhere but the Dealership, you might not get as high a quality filter, which means your vehicle could be running with more impurities.
When you come in for filter service at the Dealership, ask for Motorcraft® filters, which are engineered and designed specifically for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. They meet original equipment standards, which means you get the same level of quality as you did when you first bought your vehicle.
Keeping Your Vehicle Running Clean
The best thing you can do for your vehicle is to get scheduled maintenance at the Dealership. Most vehicle maintenance schedules include the following:
- Routine air and cabin air filter inspections
- Fuel filter replacement every 15,000 miles
- Air Filter replacement every 15,000 miles
Schedule Filter Service
To schedule filter service at your local dealership, use the Dealer Directory.
