What Are The Consequences Of Not Replacing The Oil Filters For A Long Time?

Oil filter is a device used to remove impurities from oil, mainly used to remove dust, metal particles, carbon deposits, and coal smoke particles from engine oil or other types of oil, in order to protect mechanical equipment.

What would happen if the oil filter is not replaced?

Firstly, if the oil filter is not replaced for a long time, the filtering effect of the oil filter element will decrease, and it will not be able to filter impurities in the engine oil well, which will lead to related impurities entering the engine oil lubrication system for circulation, increasing machine wear and reducing the lubrication effect of the oil.

Secondly, if the oil filter is not replaced for a long time, it can easily lead to a decrease in engine oil pressure, causing a significant amount of carbon rubber waste and iron filings to be generated inside the vehicle's engine, resulting in excessive engine noise.

Thirdly, long-term failure to replace the oil filter can cause blockages in the vehicle's oil lubrication system, leading to a decrease in oil pressure and causing wear on the internal pistons, piston rings, and cylinders of the engine. In severe cases, this can result in damage to the vehicle's engine cylinders.

In summary, if the oil filter is not replaced regularly, it will lead to an increase in impurities in the oil, which will affect the normal operation of the engine and even shorten its service life.

Therefore, choosing the appropriate oil filter for your vehicle is a key aspect of maintenance. Although many oil filters may appear similar at first glance, minor changes in thread or gasket size can significantly affect compatibility with specific vehicles. If you are unsure which filter is most suitable for you, please contact us and we will answer your questions and provide you with the best option.