Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 469 / 539

El filtro del aire sucio, ¿puede afectar al consumo de combustible?

Can a dirty air filter affect fuel consumption?

  • ANo.No.
  • BSí, reduciéndolo hasta en un 5%.Yes, reducing it by up to 5%.
  • CSí, aumentándolo hasta en un 5%.Yes, increasing it by up to 5%.
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Correct answer

  • CSí, aumentándolo hasta en un 5%.Yes, increasing it by up to 5%.
Explanation

A dirty air filter blocks the flow of air into the engine and can increase consumption by up to 5%.

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