November 2019

NOVEMBER 2019 AFTERMARKET 43 www.aftermarketonline.net UFI Filters updates filter range New fuel filters covering Asian marques are now available from UFI Filters and can be found in the company’s Aftermarket catalogue. The first is a replacement filter suitable for the Nissan X-Trail and Renault Koleos when these models are fitted with the 2.2 litre engine. The second is suitable for the Nissan Juke 1.5 DCI Euro 6C 110HP. The third is for the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage mild hybrid 1.6-litre turbo diesel. www.ufifilters.com demand in highly efficient car air conditioners that can meet increasingly stringent fuel consumption requirements.” New regulations and laws are also changing the industry: “Although cars will become increasingly clean in the future, air pollution remains an issue in large cities and population areas, in particular. Moreover, cabin air filter also protects from bacteria, pollen and allergens.” Consequences Of course, it’s not just you in the garage who is involved in this process, there is the customer to consider as well. Jon Roughley, Global Marketing Director at First Line commented: “If customers choose not to replace the cabin filter while the vehicle is in for its routine service, then they need to be aware of the possible consequences. Clogged filters will reduce the amount of clean air entering the cabin, which can lead to the windows misting, plus they will notice a greater level of dust building up, as it will be unable to be filtered out. “As a result, asthma and allergies may be triggered, the cabin can become stuffier – which can induce symptoms such as watering eyes, headaches, nausea – and leave the driver feeling fatigued, which will affect concentration and be dangerous. “Problems with the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system can also develop, as it will come under pressure if the cabin filter is blocked. Micro-organisms will then begin accumulating in the cabin as moisture builds up in the captured particles and becomes a feeding ground for mould and bacteria, leading to the development of unpleasant odours. To prevent these potential health and safety issues, technicians should be recommending filter replacement and, irrespective of these known problems, cabin filters should be automatically replaced every 12 months, particularly before the winter months. “To aid workshops reach customers with this valuable message, First Line, under its Borg & Beck brand, has produced a poster that can be displayed in the workshop’s reception area to inform motorists of the risks, should they ignore the advice to regularly replace the cabin filter.”