What are the hidden dangers of inferior filters

The hidden dangers brought by inferior filters to vehicles cannot be ignored, as they may have serious negative impacts on vehicle performance, fuel economy, and overall lifespan. The following is a detailed analysis of the potential hazards that may arise from inferior filters:

1、 Damage to engine performance

1. * * Accelerated engine wear * *:
-Poor quality oil filters usually have poor filter paper quality, small filtration area, and difficulty in effectively filtering out impurities and wear particles in the oil. These impurities will enter the engine with the oil, accelerating the wear of internal parts and shortening the service life of the engine.
-Poor quality filters may lack bypass valves. Once clogged, the oil cannot pass smoothly, resulting in insufficient oil lubrication for the engine and causing overheating and increased wear.

2. * * Affects the engine cooling system * *:
-Fake and inferior oil filters may cause oil leakage, which can affect the engine's heat dissipation performance. Oil leakage not only reduces the amount of oil, but may also mix the oil with the coolant, affecting the normal operation of the cooling system. In severe cases, it may cause the engine to overheat or even explode.

3. * * Reduce engine efficiency * *:
-Poor quality filters may not effectively filter impurities in air or fuel, resulting in impure air or fuel entering the engine and affecting combustion efficiency. This will result in a decrease in engine power, weak acceleration, and poorer fuel economy.

2、 The impact on fuel economy

1. * * Increase fuel consumption * *:
-Poor quality filters may lead to uneven fuel injection and insufficient combustion, thereby increasing fuel consumption. In addition, impurity particles may also cause wear on the fuel injector, further affecting the accuracy and effectiveness of fuel injection, leading to an increase in fuel consumption.

2. Damage to fuel system components:
-Impurities in inferior filters may clog key components such as fuel injectors and fuel pumps, leading to increased wear and even damage to these components. This will directly affect the normal operation of the fuel system, thereby affecting the fuel economy of the vehicle.
3、 Impact on emissions and the environment

1. * * Increase emissions pollution * *:
-Due to the possibility of insufficient combustion caused by inferior filters, it can increase the emission of harmful substances such as nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter in the exhaust. This not only pollutes the environment, but may also affect the emission performance of vehicles, resulting in them being unable to pass environmental testing.

2. Damage to the three-way catalyst and oxygen sensor:
-Poor quality filters may cause unstable fuel supply pressure, and low or high oil pressure may cause damage to the three-way catalyst and oxygen sensor. These components are important components of the emission control system, and once damaged, they will seriously affect the emission performance of the vehicle.

4、 Safety hazards

1. * * Causing fire risk * *:
-Poor quality filters may have oil leakage issues, which can not only contaminate the engine compartment but also pose a risk of fire. Especially in high-temperature and high-pressure engine compartments, once oil leaks and comes into contact with high-temperature components, it may cause a fire.

2. * * Affects driving safety * *:
-Due to poor quality filters, engine performance may decrease and fuel consumption may increase, which will directly affect the driving performance and safety of the vehicle. For example, insufficient power may cause slow acceleration of the vehicle, affecting overtaking ability; An increase in fuel consumption may increase driving costs, affecting the driver's driving mood and attention.

In summary, the hazards brought by inferior filters to vehicles are multifaceted, including damage to engine performance, decreased fuel economy, emissions and environmental pollution, as well as safety hazards. Therefore, car owners must choose legitimate brands and reliable products when purchasing filters to ensure the normal operation and driving safety of the vehicle.