WIX Oil Filter
Description
The WIX 51040 Oil Filter is a heavy-duty option engineered for vehicles that regularly operate under severe driving conditions. Frequent braking in congested traffic, constant acceleration during short trips, and extended exposure to airborne dirt all cause motor oil to degrade faster than normal highway cruising. Standard-duty filters can struggle to keep pace, allowing fine particles to circulate and increase wear on internal engine surfaces. The WIX 51040 uses filter media designed to maintain oil quality under those higher-stress conditions, helping keep engines running smoothly between scheduled service appointments. Cleaner oil through more of the service interval means less wear on internal engine components.
Features
- Stop-and-Go Capable: The filter manages constant start-stop cycles common in city driving
- Heavy Traffic Rated: Prolonged low-speed driving and idling generate extra contaminants the 51060 traps
- Dusty Condition Ready: Dirty and dusty road surfaces won't overwhelm the heavy-duty filtration
- Oil Type Flexibility: Compatible with conventional, blended, and full-formula motor oil types
- Service Mileage: WIX rates the filter for 4,000 to 7,500 miles of use
- OE Interval Guidance: Drivers should follow their vehicle manufacturer's recommended oil change schedule