Hyundai Air Filters

What the air filters in Hyundai cars and SUVs do is simple: they trap contaminants -- everything from dirt and dust to pollen and road debris. There's much more to them than just what they do, though. Luckily, you can learn all about them right here.

Hyundai Air Filters FAQ

What Kinds are There?

There's one for the engine and one for the cabin. The engine air filter keeps infiltrates from getting into the air intake and entering the rest of the motor. The cabin air filter keeps them from accumulating in the heater and AC system. (This is much like what oil filters and the filters in a fuel system do for the engine -- remove pollutants from motor oil and gas respectively.)

What are They Made of?

Generally, one of four materials: synthetic paper, foam, cotton, or metal. Their designs are usually flat-panel, circular, or cylindrical, and their fibers are often pleated for optimal capture.

Unfortunately, even the washable, reusable type aren't permanent, per se. They can (and indeed do) clog and degrade eventually.

To figure out when yours may need to be replaced, check to make sure air is flowing as freely as possible through them. If you're having interior air quality issues, for example, you may have an obstruction in the cabin filter. If your Hyundai is having trouble speeding up, or its engine's misfiring or losing power, there may be blockage in the engine filter. To avoid both situations, change both filters regularly.

What are the Signs it's Time to Replace Them?

There are a few that'll tell you, and luckily, they're easy to spot. Look for:

• A Check Engine warning lit up on the dash
• A muck-filled filter
• Obvious filter-fiber wear
• Strange engine noises
• A drop in gas mileage
• Black smoke in the exhaust
• Bad smells inside the cabin

Otherwise, when to change air filters is straightforward -- take care of it every 12,000 to 15,000 miles, and don't wait any longer than every 30,000 miles. That's annually. Check your owner's manual for a maintenance schedule -- it'll have more info.

If you're looking to order a pair of replacements online, you can do so right here. The best thing to do is to buy what your OEM makes. After all, genuine Hyundai air filters are designed to fit the car or SUV model you drive. That makes them the best choices for it.

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