Buick Envision Oil Filters

There are a lot of moving parts in the engine of your Buick Envision SUV, and they all rely on clean motor oil keeping them well lubricated in order to work properly. Unfortunately, even fresh motor oil contains impurities left over after processing. If those were allowed to make it to your engine, they could build up and start to affect your vehicle's performance. That's why your SUV came with a factory-installed oil filter in place.

How an Oil Filter Works

Your oil filter keeps the impurities from entering and accumulating in your engine. Since motor oil also collects any contaminants that are already present in the engine, those also need to be taken out of the oil. The filter does that, allowing clean oil to return to the engine to lubricate all over again.

How to Spot a Bad Oil Filter

At some point, however, your oil filter will either get too degraded or clogged to work properly. If you notice any of these signs, check to see if your oil filter needs to be replaced:

• The engine begins sputtering
• You spot dirty smoke coming out of your exhaust pipe
• The engine performance begins suffering
• You hear metallic noises from the engine
• The oil pressure dash light comes on

One sure way to avoid problems? Establish a routine for changing your oil filter. Your owner's manual will tell you the recommended maintenance schedule, but you can generally plan on changing it every other time you change your motor oil. It's important that you use the right filter, though. A generic aftermarket filter might fit right, which can lead to a poor seal and oil leaking out. Installing the genuine GM oil filter that's made for your model is the right choice. Our online auto parts center has plenty in stock and ready to ship. Order today to save both time and money!