Apr 03, 2011 by Kelly Tolar | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I am getting my oil changed right now. They always try to sell me an air filter. How often should I change the air filter?
If your car has an owner's manual, there should be information on scheduled maintenance there. Otherwise, I normally CLEAN (I use washable filters) twice a year.
| Apr 03, 2011
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