|Updated: 4/10/2007 10:12 am ||Published: 4/10/2007 10:12 am
Even the cleanest gasoline may contain small amounts of water
and dirt. Your car's fuel filter helps protect fuel system
components by removing these contaminants before they get to the
engine. Dirty fuel can be a major cause of poor engine
performance and low fuel economy. It can also clog up the
carburetor or injectors and possibly cause major damage to your
car's engine. Fuel filters vary widely in type and location
according to what kind of car you have. Some cars have two
filters. One is for removing dirt particles, and the other
removes water. It may be a good idea to have your fuel filter
replaced on a yearly basis, more often if the fuel supply you
use isn't clean. When your fuel filter becomes slightly clogged,
your car may run fine when idling but start sputtering or losing
power at higher speeds. If your fuel filter becomes blocked
completely, the engine may stop. Contact an auto parts store or
a local auto mechanic for more information o