Is it a matter of weeks, months, or years?
Does it affect my health to not bother replacing my AC filter?Keep reading to find out when to replace your car cabin filter without wasting money.When Should Your Car AC Filter Get Replaced?Many companies have a warranty on their AC filters, such as AEM Intake, but should you wait for the end of the warranty period?
Well, the OEM air filter might not be branded, to start with.Instead of relying on a warranty period, it’s best to judge each filter replacement by signs your AC filter might be near the end of its life.
What are the signs of a bad AC filter?An unpleasant odor every time your turn on the AC or the heatExcess humidity or moisture from your ventsDust coming out of the ventYour AC blower motor strugglesYour car’s horsepower drops while your AC is onA dirty car AC filter, like a dirty filter in your home AC unit, causes extra wear and damage to your car’s climate control system.
The AC filter is designed to trap and hold pollen, dust, mold spores, other pollutants.
However, when it’s full, some of those find their way through.It also traps moisture, which creates a perfect environment for mold to start growing.