Baldwin 18267 Transmission Filter

Baldwin 18267 Transmission Oil Filter

Baldwin 18267 is a transmission oil filter for Ford and Mazda vehicles equipped with 4F27E and J39A front-wheel-drive, 4-speed automatic transmissions with overdrive. It is built to match the listed OE applications for Ford Focus, Fiesta, Transit Connect, and Mazda 3, 5, 6, Protege, and Protege5 service needs.

Key Features

• Transmission oil filter for Ford and Mazda automatic transmissions
• Fits 4F27E and J39A transmission applications
• Height: 2 1/16 in. (52.4 mm)
• Length: 7 in. (177.8 mm)
• Width: 4 29/32 in. (124.6 mm)
• Pan gasket included
• Pan gasket contains 20 bolt holes
• Replaces Ford XS4Z-7A098-AB and Mazda FN01-21-500
• Part number: 18267

Detailed Description

Baldwin 18267 transmission oil filter is specified for Ford and Mazda vehicles using the 4F27E or J39A transaxle platform. This filter supports routine transmission service on applications such as 2002-2006 Ford Focus, 2014-2017 Ford Focus, 2014 Ford Fiesta, 2010-2013 Ford Transit Connect, 2004-2009 Mazda 3, 2003-2008 Mazda 6, 2006-2007 Mazda 5, 2009 Mazda 5, 1999-2003 Mazda Protege, and 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5. The Baldwin 18267 part number is also referenced by OE numbers Ford XS4Z-7A098-AB and Mazda FN01-21-500.

What This Filter Helps Address

• Transmission fluid contamination from normal wear
• Restricted fluid flow caused by a loaded or clogged filter
• Harsh or inconsistent shifting related to poor fluid filtration
• Service intervals that call for transmission pan removal and filter replacement
• Maintenance on Ford Focus, Mazda 3, and related 4F27E/J39A applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify transmission code before ordering: this filter is listed for Ford and Mazda vehicles with 4F27E and J39A transmissions. The pan gasket is included, and the gasket uses 20 bolt holes, so compare the pan pattern before installation. Clean the pan and mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the magnet and fluid condition, and follow the vehicle service procedure for refill level and final fluid check after installation.

Quality Assurance

Baldwin 18267 is an OE-style replacement transmission filter built to match the listed factory applications and dimensions for service accuracy. It cross-references Ford XS4Z-7A098-AB and Mazda FN01-21-500 for the same application.