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If you do an oil change and use the same oil filter will it hurt your car?
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∙ 15y ago
Let's just say, it doesn't do it any good. It's like washing your front window with a dirty cloth ... it doesn't get any dirtier, but it won't get cleaner either.
The oil filter can reach a saturation point where it can no longer "grab" what it needs to - then the dirty particles can flow back into the engine and possibly cause harm.
Best rule of thumb: When changing the engine oil, ALWAYS change the oil filter. I've been doing that for eons, along with changing my oil every 3,000 miles. Costs more up front, but the long term effects of doing this will pay off later on.
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