What is an Oil Filter?

Oil filters are critical for your vehicle's engine performance. The purpose of the oil filter is to lubricate the engine components that work together to make the vehicle run. Without oil the engine would quickly overheat and parts would wear out prematurely. But every time oil circulates through the engine it can become contaminated which sometimes causes the engine light to turn on. The oil filter keeps debris and dirt out of the oil while the engine is running.

Reasons to Replace Your Oil Filter

Reasons why it's important to replace your oil filter:

• Prolongs engine life
  A clogged oil filter will affect engine performance, efficiency and life span. Which will eventually turn your engine light on, so metallic pounds coming from your engine. Oil filters are critical for your engine.

You should replace your vehicle's oil filter every time you change your oil. However it varies depending on driving conditions and environment, anywhere between every 5,000 km to 12,000 kilometres . If you drive in severe conditions, like towing heavy loads, stop and go traffic, or in extreme temperatures, you'll likely need to change your oil filter and oil more often than if you drive in rural, calm conditions.

Find a Engine Air Filter for Your Vehicle

Sutherland Automotive has been supplying auto parts since 1985 and has replacement oil filters for cars and trucks for hundreds of vehicle makes and models. Use our VIN lookup tool or vehicle lookup to find the right oil filter for your vehicle.

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