Oakville Auto Repair

You turn the defroster up on a cold Oakville morning, but only a weak stream of air reaches the windshield. The glass takes longer to clear, and increasing the fan speed seems to add more noise than airflow. A clogged cabin air filter could be the cause. The filter isn't the source of heat, but it can restrict airflow through the climate-control system. That makes it worth checking when the defroster feels weaker, especially if airflow has declined gradually. The Cabin Air Filter Sits In The Airflow Path The cabin filter traps dust, leaves, and other material before much of it enters the passenger compartment. Its location depends on the vehicle, but it is part of the path used by the heating and air-conditioning system. Over time, accumulated debris can make that path more restrictive. The blower then has less clear filter area to move air through. You may hear the fan running without feeling the airflow you expect at the vents. A filter check is therefore use ... read more