Ford F-250 Air Filters
Air filters for your Ford F-250, whether its a Super Duty Crew Cab or King Ranch or a Lariat, enhance the performance and comfort of your ride. When its time to change the filter, you want to have quality parts. Learning more about how the filters work will allow you to shop more effectively for replacements for your particular F-250 truck.
What are the different types of air filters?The F-250 uses two different filters, and each one has its own functions. They are described here:
- Engine filter: The engine filter will clean the air before it passes through the intake manifold for combustion.
- A/C filter: The A/C filter, also known as the cabin air filter, cleans the outside air before it goes through the condenser and blows into the cabin of your vehicle.
Changing the filters is a relatively simple process. The first step is opening up the hood of your pickup truck and locating a black box near the engine. You can open up the box and pull out the existing filter. You can then drop the new one into place. As for the cabin air filter, you will need to remove the glove box from inside the car to locate the filter. Pull it out and replace it. No special parts are required to change out either filter. You can also check the filters at any time to determine if they should be changed following these methods.
How often should you change the air filters?Always follow your vehicle’s maintenance schedule. Ford recommends that both filters be changed every 20,000 miles. You may need to change the filters more frequently if you drive in dusty or dirty conditions on a regular basis.
How do you choose filters for your Ford?Buying filters requires looking at a few different things. You might consider the points below when choosing an air filter:
- Type of filter: Determine if you need an engine, a cabin filter, or a set of both.
- Model year: Identify the model year and engine type to be sure you get a filter that fits.
- OEM or aftermarket: Determine if there is a specific brand you want to buy.
When you buy OEM parts, you can be sure that they are from the Original Equipment Manufacturer for Ford. This will allow you to replace the filters with what was originally in the truck. You can also opt for the alternative, which is identified as aftermarket products. This includes all other brands that produce filters that will fit the Ford F-250.