On which element is the air filter located, which must be checked to maintain the engine in good condition?

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The air filter's fundamental function is to trap dust and environmental impurities to prevent them from entering the cylinders and damaging the engine. In vehicles with this system, the filter is installed on the carburetor (or at the intake system inlet), as this is where the air and fuel mixture takes place. A dirty filter restricts airflow, causing an overly fuel-rich mixture, which increases consumption and polluting emissions. Why the other options are incorrect: The suspension system (shock absorbers, springs) handles stability and comfort, not air intake. The cooling system (radiator, water pump) handles maintaining the engine temperature, not filtering the intake air.

On which element is the air filter located, which must be checked to maintain the engine in good condition?

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