Oil Filters

The motor oil that your Land Rover uses still contains pollutants that made it through the production process. Since that oil is responsible for lubricating parts, it also can collect contaminants created by friction. If those remained in the oil, they could begin to build up on the oil pump, its bearings, and other engine parts. That's not good, and why your SUV has an oil filter in place.

Much like the air filters and fuel filter, your oil filter captures these microscopic troublemakers before they can amass and cause damage. Your oil pump pushed the oil through the filter's fibers, which trap the contaminants. The pump then pushes the cleaned oil pack into the engine, where it flows through the moving parts.

Unfortunately, though, oil filters can't last forever. While they degrade with age, it's far more likely that yours will get clogged up with particulates and begin to fail at its job. That's when it needs to be replaced.

How to Spot a Bad Oil Filter

Signs of oil filter failure include:

• Low oil pressure
• Dirtier exhaust emissions
• Metallic sounds coming from your engine
• Sputtering engine

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If you aren't experiencing any of these problems, check your owner's manual for your recommended maintenance schedule. It details when you should replace your oil filter. When it's time, choose an oil filter made by your manufacturer. They're the only oil filters guaranteed to be compatible with your model, ensuring the ideal gasket seal that you want to prevent leaks or worse. Find yours in our online auto parts catalog. Buy today and enjoy quick shipping right to your front door!