- Holds the engine air filter in place and protects it from damage
- Also houses the intake air temperature and mass airflow sensors
- Only needs to be replaced when damaged
The air filter is one of you engines many filters, which helps prevent dust, allergens, and other forms of contamination from getting inside your engine. By trapping pollutants before they enter your Nissan's motor, the air filter helps preserve a clean air-to-fuel mixture, helping your Nissan perform at its best.
The filter is inside an Air Filter Housing also known as an air box or air filter box, which holds it in place and protects it from heat- or impact-related wear. In addition, the Air Filter Housing also encases the IAT and mass airflow sensors in most fuel-run vehicles.
Unlike your air filter itself, the Air Filter Housing doesn't typically require regular replacements at prescribed intervals. Rather, your Air Filter Housing should be changed as-needed — whenever it is worn, cracked, or otherwise faulty.
A few signs that your Air Filter Housing needs to be replaced include rough idling, poor fuel efficiency, engine stalling, and a check engine light. If ignored, a faulty air filter box can allow the components it houses, such as the filter and sensors, to malfunction as well, leaving you with even more repair expenses.
Help prevent a faulty Air Filter Housing from turning into a significant inconvenience by inspecting it thoroughly after wrecks or long road trips. If you notice cracks, nicks, or wear on your Nissan air filter box, get it fixed at your local Nissan service center to ensure all its internal components are correctly re-installed. Also, always choose Air Filter Housing parts over universal components, which may fall short in terms of fitment and reliability.
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This Engine Air Filter Housing, part 16528ET000, fits the following vehicle model and years: Nissan Sentra 2007-2012.
AIR CLEANER HOUSING
Fits Sentra