What is the Difference Between an Air Filter and an Air Conditioning Filter?

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DiSkylar
07/30/25 10:05am
Air filter and air conditioning filter differences: 1. Different locations: The air conditioning filter is installed near the air conditioning intake, specifically behind the blower; the air filter is located under the car's hood, inside a square box. 2. Different functions: The air conditioning filter is used to filter the quality of indoor or outdoor intake air; the air filter refers to the engine intake system, filtering the quality of the engine's intake air. 3. Different replacement cycles: The air conditioning filter should be replaced every year or 20,000 kilometers; the air filter replacement cycle depends on air quality and mileage. In a car, the air filter plays a role similar to the human respiratory system—only by ensuring the engine can inhale fresh, clean air properly can the engine operate normally.
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