What are the symptoms of a clogged oil filter screen?
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Symptoms of a clogged oil filter include three main indicators: 1. Oil warning light activation; 2. Insufficient lubrication; 3. Oil burning, which directly results in low oil pressure and subsequently leads to elevated oil temperature. The oil filter, also known as the oil element, is primarily designed to remove impurities such as dust, metal particles, carbon deposits, and soot particles from the oil. It is categorized into full-flow and bypass types. Below are relevant details: 1. Maintenance principle: Service A involves changing the oil and oil filter along with a series of free inspections. If the vehicle requires it, maintenance can be performed earlier. 2. Benefits of maintenance: Regular maintenance helps prevent severe vehicle malfunctions and extends the vehicle's lifespan. For those who are particularly concerned about their vehicle's condition, they may opt to replace the engine air filter at their own expense during Service A, which greatly benefits the vehicle.
Recently, my car started making unusually loud engine noises, and I often heard a clicking sound. I knew something was wrong, so I checked and found that the oil filter screen was clogged. This blockage caused unstable oil pressure, the oil light on the dashboard came on, and the car's acceleration became sluggish, especially struggling uphill. The most noticeable issue was the unexplained rise in oil temperature, with the cooling fan running nonstop, making the front of the car feel hot. If ignored for a long time, it could damage internal engine components, such as piston rods wearing out, which would be costly and time-consuming to repair. So now, I check the filter screen monthly and clean oil residue to avoid further trouble. If you experience these symptoms while driving, address them promptly—don’t wait until the engine seizes to regret it. This was a lesson I learned early as a beginner: maintenance is far more cost-effective than repairs.
