Engine Oil Filters
Protecting your machine's lifeblood
Why servicing your oil filters can extend your machine’s lifespan. More advice from AGCO Technician Ash Briggs.
The role of the engine oil filter is to remove abrasive particles from the oil before they are circulated around the engine.
Engine oil is constantly moving through bearings, camshafts, journals and turbochargers, operating under pressure and high temperatures. If contamination is allowed to circulate, even in small amounts, wear rates will increase very quickly.
If oil filters are left in service beyond their recommended interval, the following issues can occur:
The filter media can become saturated, which increases the risk of restricted oil flow.
Oil pressure stability may be affected, accelerating wear across critical engine components.
Bypass valves can open and allow unfiltered oil to circulate through the engine.
Overall component wear increases, shortening engine service life.
It is worth remembering that clean oil alone is not enough. The level of protection that the engine receives depends entirely on the condition of the filter that is maintaining it.
Speak to your AGCO dealer about the best way to maintain your machine’s oil filters or buy replacement filters online.