Filters & Changing Filters
Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 - Diagnostics & Repairs
Filter changes are probably the easiest job in Car Mechanic Simulator 2016. You've got Fuel Filters, for which there is almost no variety, Air Filters for which there is some variety, and Oil Filters, for which there is a bit more variety. Figuring out where these may be hiding on some special vehicles may pose a bit of a challenge at first, but for the most part it's pretty straight forward.
The World Of Filters
Changing Oil Filters is pretty simple. The only deviant is the Maluch, which has the Oil Filter in an odd location. It also looks completely different than the other filters. On all the other vehicles the oil filter looks roughly like a sauce jar and is color coded for the engine type it fits.
Fuel Filters pretty much work the same as oil filters. They are actually easier, since there are only two types of filters. There is one for the Maluch and one for everything else.
Air filters do have some variety, however. You've got two types of round ones, a rectangular one, a side-draft one, and one for the Maluch. These screenshots should show you what to look for to make your life easier. Also check the notes that appear under each screenshot for more information.
One thing to double check when the repair order says to change the oil filter: it may not say to change the engine oil as well. Yeah, I know. Ask a mechanic about that one.
Also keep in mind that filters cannot be repaired and must be replaced with new ones.
Oil Filter & Drain Plug
Here we have an oil filter mounted on a car in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015. Most of them look the same, except for the color, which varies depending on the engine type. You'll also note the indicator for the proper placement of the oil drain, which is lined up directly on the drain plug.
Side-Draft Air Filters
Here we have side-draft air filters mounted on an engine. They are probably the sharpest looking setup in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015.
Badly Damaged Round Air Filter
Here we have the single carb round air filter. The dual carb version is longer but otherwise can be found in the same place and looks almost the same. As you can see, this one is severly damaged and probably can't be repaired. This image is from Car Mechanic Simulator 2015.
Rectangular Air Filter Assembly
The rectangular air filter is the most common air filter you will see in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015. It is used on more vehicles than any other one. Keep in mind it is held in place by 4 little clips that are very easy to forget.
Standard Fuel Filter
This is the standard fuel filter, which is the most commonly used fuel filter in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015. It is always located under the hood, usually hugging the engine. You'll go through a lot of these.
Maluch Fuel Filter
The Maluch has its own fuel filter. It is almost identical to the other fuel filter, except for a slight difference in shape and color. It is white instead of silver.
Maluch Air Filter Assembly
The air filter assembly on the Maluch is completely different in appearance to any of the other air filters in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015. It is held closed with three small clips that are very easy to miss and forget.
Maluch Oil Filter
Finding the oil filter on the Maluch the first time can be a challenge. Both its appearance and location are completely different than on any other car in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015.
Diagnostics & Beyond
To help you learn the diagnostics side of Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 as quickly and easily as possible, I have created a few short but comprehensive guides covering each problem category. For a complete listing of these guides, check here:
Diagnostics & Repairs - Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
If you are looking to learn about the early and mid-stages of the game, you may find these pages of interest:
Your Garage, Tools, Tests, & Upgrades, Jobs & Job Management
And if you are wonding what awaits beyond and where the real cash is hiding, check out this link:
Rebuilding Guide - Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
