How often should the Elantra air filter be replaced?

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According to the vehicle's maintenance manual, it is generally recommended to replace the air filter every 20,000 to 60,000 kilometers. If the driving mileage is low, it is advisable to replace it every 12 months. The location of the air filter element varies depending on the intake method and the engine's structure. There are two types of air filters in vehicles: dry and wet. Dry filters are made of paper or organic materials, while wet filters are made of metal mesh. Function of the air filter: It filters out particulate impurities from the air, ensuring that sufficient clean air enters the cylinders and preventing airborne dust from being sucked into the engine, which can accelerate wear on the piston group and cylinders. Air filter: It is a type of filter, also known as an air filter cartridge, air cleaner, or air element. It is mainly used in engineering vehicles, automobiles, agricultural vehicles, laboratories, sterile operating rooms, and various precision operating rooms. During operation, the engine draws in a large amount of air. If the air is not filtered, airborne dust entering the cylinders can accelerate wear on the piston group and cylinders. Larger particles entering between the piston and cylinder can cause severe cylinder scoring, especially in dry and sandy working environments. The air filter is installed in front of the carburetor or intake pipe to filter out dust and sand from the air, ensuring sufficient clean air enters the cylinders. Dirty air filter: Using an excessively dirty air filter while driving can restrict engine airflow, leading to incomplete fuel combustion. This results in unstable engine operation, reduced power, and increased fuel consumption. Therefore, it is essential to keep the air filter clean. The car air filter is a device that removes particulate impurities from the air, consisting of one or more air-cleaning filter components. Its primary function is to filter out harmful impurities from the air before it enters the cylinders, reducing early wear on the cylinders, pistons, piston rings, valves, and valve seats. Thus, air must pass through the fine filtration of the air filter before entering the cylinders. A dirty air filter can cause poor engine performance, excessive fuel consumption, and engine damage. When inspecting the air filter, if minimal dust and light clogging are found, it can be cleaned using high-pressure air from the inside out and reused. Excessively dirty air filters should be replaced promptly.