Oil Filter Cross-Reference Chart

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Oil-filter interchange and fitment guide

Cross-Reference an Oil Filter Without Risking the Wrong Fit

An oil-filter cross-reference chart helps you convert one manufacturer’s part number into possible alternatives from other brands. It is useful when the original filter is unavailable, discontinued, expensive or difficult to source.

A cross-reference result is only the beginning. Before installation, confirm the candidate against the exact vehicle, engine, model year and production details, then compare its thread, gasket, bypass valve, anti-drainback valve, dimensions and service capability.

Best search input The complete number printed on the existing or OEM filter
Best confirmation Exact vehicle and engine application in the new brand’s catalog
Never rely only on Thread size, physical appearance or an unsourced online chart
Stop after installation if The pressure light remains on or oil leaks from the filter
Search the starter chart Use official catalogs Verify compatibility
Enter the original number Use the full OEM or filter-brand number, including meaningful letters and suffixes.
Collect candidate replacements Search an official competitor-interchange catalog rather than relying on one retail listing.
Verify the exact application Confirm the replacement under the vehicle’s year, make, model and exact engine before buying.
Direct explanation

What Is an Oil Filter Cross-Reference Chart?

A cross-reference chart connects part numbers that different filter manufacturers list as replacements for the same original, competitor or equipment application. For example, a catalog may accept a FRAM, WIX, Purolator, Bosch, OEM or equipment-manufacturer number and return the closest filter in its own product range.

Useful when shopping

Competitor interchange

Enter an existing aftermarket number to find a possible replacement sold by another brand.

Useful for factory filters

OEM interchange

Enter the automobile, truck, tractor, generator or equipment manufacturer’s original part number.

Useful when the number is missing

Vehicle or equipment lookup

Select the vehicle, engine or machine to obtain the catalog’s recommended filter directly.

A cross-reference is not a promise that every listed filter is interchangeable in every application. Manufacturers may use the same general filter family with different bypass settings, valve materials, heights, service ratings or regional part numbers.
Safest lookup order: Original part number → candidate cross-reference → exact vehicle application → technical-specification comparison → physical inspection before installation.
Searchable starter reference

Common Oil Filter Cross-Reference Chart

The examples below are a practical starting point for common North American filter families. They are not universal fitment approvals. Catalogs change, product suffixes change and two filters in the same family can still have different service features.

Showing all 10 starter families.

FRAM WIX Purolator Bosch Family and verification note
PH3614 Spin-on
51348
L10241
3330
Common 3/4-16 family used in selected Toyota, Ford, Mazda, Suzuki and equipment applications. Confirm bypass setting, gasket and clearance.
PH7317 Spin-on
57356
L14610
3323
Common longer M20×1.5 family used in selected Honda, Acura, Nissan and Infiniti applications. Do not assume it replaces every shorter filter.
PH6607 Spin-on
51365
L14612
3300
Shorter M20×1.5 family used in selected Nissan, Honda and powersport applications. Verify filter width and surrounding clearance.
PH4967 Spin-on
51394
L14476
3311
Compact 3/4-16 family found on selected Toyota, Lexus, Daihatsu and small-engine applications. Check the generator or equipment maker’s approval separately.
PH9688 Spin-on
51334
L14459
3312
Wider M20×1.5 family used in selected Hyundai, Kia, Mitsubishi and other Asian applications. Verify gasket diameter and bypass design.
PH8A Spin-on
51515
L30001
3500
Large classic 3/4-16 family used on selected older Ford, Chrysler, Jeep and industrial applications. Confirm space before using a longer filter.
CH8087 Cartridge
51213
L25251
72201
Cartridge family for selected BMW four-cylinder applications. Replace every specified O-ring and use the housing-cap torque.
CH6848 Cartridge
51145
L44757 L37858
72194
Cartridge family for selected Mercedes-Benz and related applications. Confirm the exact element length and supplied housing seal.
CH8158 Cartridge
51212
L25545 L25250
72197WS
Cartridge family for selected Audi, Volkswagen and Porsche applications. Several engines share a housing style but not every element.
CH11935 Cartridge
WL10067
L19174
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Cartridge family associated with Hyundai 26320-3F500 in selected Genesis V8 applications. Check every supplied O-ring and drain component.
Do not install directly from this starter chart. Open the replacement brand’s current catalog and verify that its part number is listed for the exact vehicle, engine and model year. Product lines and catalog mappings can change.
Suffix tip: Letters such as XP, XG, TG, PL, PBL, M1, HP or “A” may identify a product grade, revised design or package variation. Do not remove a suffix until the manufacturer’s search tool confirms how it should be entered.
Ten attributes to verify

10-Point Oil Filter Compatibility Check

A reliable cross-reference must match more than the thread. Use all ten checks before treating a candidate as a replacement.

1. Exact vehicle application Year, make, model, engine, fuel type and relevant production date must appear in the replacement brand’s catalog. Pass: The exact engine is listed without a conflicting qualifier.
2. Thread size and pitch A spin-on filter must start smoothly on the mounting stud without force or cross-threading. Examples: 3/4-16, M20×1.5 and M22×1.5 are not interchangeable.
3. Gasket dimensions The sealing gasket must sit fully on the engine’s machined sealing land. Risk: A gasket that is too small or too large can leak immediately.
4. Bypass-valve setting The filter or engine bypass allows oil flow when the media is restricted by cold oil or contamination. Risk: An incorrect setting can alter when unfiltered oil bypasses the media.
5. Anti-drainback valve Some mounting positions need a valve to reduce oil draining from the filter and galleries after shutdown. Check: Required presence, material and application—not only whether one is visible.
6. Filter height and diameter The filter must clear frames, exhaust parts, suspension, undertrays and moving engine components. Check: Clearance with normal engine movement, not only while parked.
7. Flow and pressure capability The filter must support the engine’s required oil flow and withstand normal pressure pulses. Important for: Performance, diesel, racing, hydraulic and cold-climate applications.
8. Filtration and dirt capacity Efficiency, micron test method and contaminant-holding capacity should suit the intended interval. Do not compare: Micron claims produced under different test methods as if identical.
9. Service interval The filter should be capable of remaining in service for the vehicle manufacturer’s oil-change interval. Rule: A long-life filter does not extend the vehicle’s oil interval by itself.
10. Seals and installation parts Cartridge kits may require several O-rings, a drain plug or a specific element orientation. Pass: Every required seal is supplied or purchased separately and installed correctly.
Same dimensions do not prove compatibility. Purolator specifically advises using the vehicle application rather than recommending a filter solely from measurements because two filters that look alike can be designed for different vehicles.
Practical lookup workflow

How to Cross-Reference an Oil Filter Step by Step

Read the complete number from the existing filter. Clean the canister or housing label. Record the brand, all letters, numbers, hyphens and suffixes. Photograph it before disposal.
Confirm that the existing filter was correct. A filter installed by a previous owner or unverified shop may already be wrong. Compare it with the OEM number or official vehicle catalog.
Search an official competitor-interchange tool. Enter the number without guessing a replacement. Try the exact printed format first, then a normalized version without spaces or hyphens when the catalog requires it.
Save every returned candidate. Record the new-brand part number, product line, replacement or supersession notice and catalog date when shown.
Switch to the vehicle-application search. Enter the exact year, make, model and engine. Confirm that the candidate appears for that vehicle.
Read every qualifier. Look for “from production date,” “with tow package,” “except hybrid,” “with cartridge housing,” engine code, chassis code or market restrictions.
Compare technical specifications. Check thread, gasket, bypass valve, anti-drainback valve, filter dimensions and included seals.
Check whether the number was replaced. A current catalog may show that the part is discontinued and superseded by a newer number.
Inspect the new filter before draining the oil. Compare the sealing surface, threads, element shape, O-rings and overall dimensions while the vehicle still contains oil.
Verify operation immediately after installation. Start the engine, confirm normal oil-pressure indication and inspect the filter for leaks before moving the vehicle.
Two-source rule: A strong match appears both in the competitor-interchange search and in the replacement brand’s exact vehicle-application listing.
Manufacturer lookup portals

Official Oil Filter Cross-Reference Tools

Use the tools below for live catalog searches. Their results are more useful than copying a static chart because they can include new products, superseded numbers, technical data and current applications.

1

WIX Filter Lookup

  1. Open the WIX lookup page.
  2. Find “Exact Match Competitor Interchange.”
  3. Enter one or several competitor numbers.
  4. Open the returned WIX part.
  5. Use the vehicle application listing before purchasing.
Open official WIX filter lookup
2

FRAM Parts Search

  1. Open the FRAM website.
  2. Use “Search by FRAM/Competitor PN” when you have a number.
  3. Use the vehicle selector when the number is unknown.
  4. Open the product details and comparison section.
  5. Review applications and technical specifications.
Open official FRAM parts search
3

Purolator Part Finder

  1. Open Purolator’s catalog or Part Finder.
  2. Search by vehicle, part number or VIN-enabled app.
  3. Select the exact engine.
  4. Compare standard, ONE and BOSS product lines.
  5. Use the listed application rather than dimensions alone.
Open official Purolator finder
4

MANN-FILTER Online Catalog

  1. Select your country or international catalog.
  2. Choose vehicle, product or cross-reference search.
  3. Enter the original or competitor part number.
  4. Open the candidate and review applications.
  5. Check dimensions, installation details and replacement notices.
Open official MANN-FILTER catalog
5

Donaldson Filter Search

  1. Set the correct region and language.
  2. Search by part number or cross-reference.
  3. For commercial equipment, try equipment or VIN lookup.
  4. Open the technical data for the returned part.
  5. Confirm the equipment manufacturer’s recommendation.
Open official Donaldson search
6

Bosch Vehicle Compatibility Search

  1. Open the Bosch oil-filter product area.
  2. Enter the Bosch part number when known.
  3. Select the vehicle make.
  4. Review matching years, models and engines.
  5. Confirm every qualifier before ordering.
Open official Bosch filter search
Regional catalog rule: A North American part number may not be the number sold in Europe, India, Australia or another market even when the vehicle looks similar. Use the catalog for the vehicle’s market whenever possible.
When one number returns several filters

Why a Cross-Reference Search Shows Multiple Matches

Different product grades The same basic fitment may be offered as economy, standard, premium or extended-service filters. Choose a product line capable of the manufacturer’s service interval.
Current and superseded numbers The old part may have been replaced by a revised filter or new numbering system. Use the current replacement shown by the manufacturer’s live catalog.
Short and long versions Two filters may share threads and a gasket but differ in height, capacity or clearance. Use only the version listed for the exact vehicle unless the manufacturer approves both.
Regional numbers The same product may use different numbering or packaging in separate markets. Confirm with the regional catalog and a local authorized supplier.
Broad historical cross-reference An old chart may group filters that once shared applications but now carry different specifications. Do not install until the current vehicle listing confirms the candidate.
Cross-reference ambiguity A short or incomplete part number may match products from several manufacturers. Add the brand name and complete suffix, or search by vehicle instead.
Example: A catalog may return a standard filter and an “XP,” “ONE,” “BOSS,” “Ultra” or “Extended Performance” version. These may share fitment but not construction, price or advertised service life.
Two different lookup problems

Spin-On vs Cartridge Filter Cross-Reference

Complete disposable canister

Spin-on filter

The replacement includes the metal shell, threaded base, sealing gasket, media, center tube and application-specific valves.

  • Thread and pitch must match.
  • Gasket must sit fully on the sealing land.
  • Height and diameter must clear nearby parts.
  • Bypass design must suit the application.
  • Anti-drainback valve may be required.
Element inside reusable housing

Cartridge filter

The replacement is the media element plus required O-rings, washers or a small housing drain component.

  • Element height and diameter must match.
  • End-cap and center-hole design must match.
  • Every required O-ring must be included.
  • O-rings must go in the correct grooves.
  • Housing-cap torque must be followed.
Do not convert a cartridge number into a spin-on number unless the engine uses an approved conversion housing. These filter designs are not directly interchangeable.
Factory-number lookup

How to Cross-Reference an OEM Oil Filter Number

OEM numbers are often the best starting point because they identify the filter specified by the vehicle or equipment manufacturer. The number may be printed on the factory filter, parts invoice, service manual or official parts catalog.

Record the complete OEM number. Include prefixes, suffixes and revision letters. A missing letter may point to an older or different component.
Confirm that it is an engine-oil filter. Do not confuse engine oil, fuel, transmission, hydraulic, coolant or crankcase-ventilation filters.
Search the replacement manufacturer’s OE-number field. MANN-FILTER, Donaldson, WIX and other catalogs allow OE or competitor-number searching.
Open the returned technical page. Check whether the OEM number is listed as a direct comparison, superseded number or broad cross-reference.
Verify the vehicle application separately. The replacement should also appear under the exact vehicle or equipment listing.
Supersession example: An automobile manufacturer may replace an older OEM filter number with a newer number that covers several engines. Use the latest official number, but still confirm your vehicle’s application.
Longer is not automatically better

Can You Use a Larger or Oversized Oil Filter?

A larger filter may offer more media or oil capacity, but those benefits do not make it a safe replacement. It may have a different bypass valve, gasket, internal construction or pressure capability even when it threads onto the engine.

An oversized filter may be acceptable only when

  • The filter manufacturer lists it for the exact vehicle.
  • The OEM or engine builder approves the substitution.
  • Thread, gasket and valve specifications match.
  • There is safe clearance in every operating condition.
  • The oil level is adjusted correctly after installation.

Do not use it merely because

  • It has the same thread.
  • The gasket appears close.
  • An online forum says it fits.
  • It holds more oil.
  • It is cheaper or easier to find.
Clearance must include engine movement. A filter that clears the frame while parked may contact a suspension, exhaust or chassis component when the powertrain moves under acceleration.
Diesel, fleet and equipment filters

Heavy-Duty and Industrial Filter Cross-Reference Tips

Commercial vehicles and machinery may use several visually similar filters for engine oil, bypass oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, coolant or transmission systems. Confirm the system before treating any number as an oil-filter reference.

Identify filter function

Record whether the filter is full-flow lube, bypass lube, hydraulic, fuel/water separator, coolant or another system.

Use equipment information

Search by engine model, equipment model, serial number or VIN when the catalog supports it.

Check operating conditions

Pressure, flow, contamination, duty cycle and fluid compatibility can be as important as physical fit.

  • Record equipment manufacturer, model and serial number.
  • Record engine manufacturer and engine model separately.
  • Identify whether one or two lube filters are installed.
  • Check whether a bypass-filtration system is present.
  • Compare thread, gasket, collapse pressure and burst pressure.
  • Confirm whether the catalog result is full-flow or bypass.
  • Check regional emissions or engine-generation differences.
  • Verify the service interval and oil-analysis program.
Donaldson’s official search supports part-number, cross-reference, equipment and VIN searches in supported regions. Its catalog also warns users to verify the equipment manufacturer’s recommendation and application conditions.
Avoid a false match

Common Oil Filter Cross-Reference Mistakes

Number-entry mistakes

  • Leaving out the manufacturer name
  • Confusing zero with the letter O
  • Confusing one with the letter I
  • Deleting a meaningful suffix
  • Entering a box quantity or barcode as the part number
  • Searching a fuel-filter number in an oil-filter chart

Verification mistakes

  • Installing from a marketplace fitment badge alone
  • Matching only thread size
  • Assuming taller means better
  • Ignoring a different bypass setting
  • Using an old paper chart without checking supersessions
  • Assuming all engines in one vehicle model use one filter

Cartridge-filter mistakes

  • Reusing hardened O-rings
  • Installing the large O-ring on the threads
  • Missing a small stem or drain O-ring
  • Using the wrong element orientation
  • Overtightening a plastic housing cap
  • Mixing housing components from different kits

After-installation mistakes

  • Not checking for an old gasket on the mount
  • Starting before refilling the engine
  • Ignoring a delayed oil-pressure warning
  • Failing to inspect for leaks
  • Not rechecking the oil level
  • Discarding the part number and receipt
Final verification under oil pressure

What to Check After Installing a Cross-Referenced Filter

Confirm the old gasket or O-ring was removed. A double-gasketed spin-on filter can release oil rapidly after startup.
Inspect the mounting surface. The new gasket must sit flat and entirely on the sealing land.
Install using the published method. Hand-tighten a spin-on filter by its specified turn after gasket contact, or torque the cartridge housing cap correctly.
Refill using the with-filter service capacity. Add slightly less than the full amount initially and complete the final level adjustment afterward.
Start the engine and watch the oil-pressure indicator. The warning should go out within the normal time for that vehicle.
Inspect the filter while the engine runs. Look for oil at the gasket, housing cap, drain plug and surrounding area.
Shut down and recheck the level. Wait for the manufacturer’s required drain-back period before using the dipstick or electronic level system.
Reinspect after the first drive. Check the parking surface and filter area for a slow leak that was not visible immediately.
Stop the engine immediately if the oil-pressure warning remains on, the filter leaks rapidly, the engine develops a new knocking sound or the filter appears to deform. Do not wait for the engine to “adjust” to a new filter.
Make the next service easier

Create Your Own Verified Filter Record

Save these filter details

  • Vehicle VIN or equipment serial number
  • Exact engine code or model
  • OEM filter number
  • Installed aftermarket brand and number
  • Spin-on or cartridge type
  • Required O-rings or washer
  • Housing-cap or installation specification
  • Catalog confirmation date

Simple verified record

Vehicle: [Year, make, model]

Engine: [Displacement/code]

OEM filter: [Part number]

Verified replacement: [Brand/number]

Catalog checked: [Date]

Installed: [Date and odometer]

Leak/pressure check: Passed

Fleet tip: Keep one approved-filter list by VIN or unit number. Do not maintain a single list by truck model when the fleet contains several engines or production generations.
Oil filter cross-reference questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cross-reference an oil filter number?

Enter the complete original, OEM or competitor number into an official filter-manufacturer interchange tool. Save the returned candidate, then verify it in that manufacturer’s vehicle-application catalog for the exact year, make, model and engine.

Are cross-referenced oil filters always interchangeable?

No. A cross-reference is a possible replacement rather than an automatic guarantee for every application. Confirm the vehicle listing and compare thread, gasket, bypass valve, anti-drainback valve, dimensions and service interval.

Can two oil filters with the same thread be different?

Yes. They may have different gasket diameters, bypass-valve settings, anti-drainback valves, flow capability, dimensions, pressure ratings or filter media. Thread size alone is not enough to prove compatibility.

Can I cross-reference a filter using only its dimensions?

Dimensions can help identify an unknown filter, especially for industrial equipment, but they should not be the final approval. Confirm the replacement through an official vehicle, engine or equipment application listing.

Why does one oil-filter number return several replacements?

The results may represent different quality levels, standard and extended-service versions, current and superseded numbers, regional products or short and long filter options. Read each application and technical page before choosing.

Can I use a longer filter with the same thread and gasket?

Only when the filter or vehicle manufacturer lists the longer version for the exact application. It must also have safe clearance and suitable bypass, valve, flow and pressure specifications.

What does a filter part-number suffix mean?

A suffix may identify a revised design, premium product line, packaging variation, regional number or extended-service version. Keep the suffix during the initial search and follow the manufacturer’s current catalog result.

Can an OEM oil filter number be converted to an aftermarket number?

Yes. Many WIX, FRAM, Purolator, MANN-FILTER and Donaldson catalogs accept OEM numbers. Verify the returned aftermarket number under the exact vehicle or equipment application before installation.

What should I do if no cross-reference result appears?

Check the characters, brand, hyphens and suffixes. Try the OEM number, vehicle lookup, engine model or equipment serial number. For an obsolete or unusual filter, contact the filter manufacturer’s technical-support department.

What should I do if the oil light stays on after installing a replacement filter?

Switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level, filter part number, gasket, installation and visible leaks. Do not continue running the engine when the oil-pressure warning remains illuminated.

Official catalog references

Sources Used for This Cross-Reference Guide

Last catalog and technical review: July 28, 2026.

Cross-reference disclaimer: engineoiil-capacity.com is an independent informational website and is not a filter manufacturer, vehicle manufacturer, parts retailer or repair facility. The chart provides starter references rather than installation authorization. Catalog data, part numbers and applications can change. Always verify the exact vehicle, engine, OEM recommendation and current manufacturer catalog before installing a filter. Stop the engine immediately if a replacement filter leaks or the oil-pressure warning remains illuminated.