Broomfield Auto Repair

You flip on the A/C expecting clean, cool air, but instead you get a weak breeze or a faint dusty smell. Many drivers blame the A/C system itself, yet one small part often sits at the center of the problem: the cabin air filter. It works quietly behind the scenes, and once it gets clogged, comfort and air quality can drop fast. What the Cabin Air Filter Does The cabin air filter sits in the path of the air that comes into your vehicle’s interior. It screens out dust, pollen, leaves, and other debris before that air reaches the ducts, the evaporator, and your vents. On many vehicles, it is tucked behind the glove box or under the cowl, where you never see it during normal use. When the filter is clean, air flows smoothly across the A/C evaporator, and the fan does not have to work very hard to move that air. You get stronger airflow, the system cools more efficiently, and the air you breathe is noticeably fresher. Once the filter fills up with dirt, every part ... read more