Baldwin P7308 Engine Oil Filter

Baldwin P7308 Engine Oil Filter for Volkswagen

The Baldwin P7308 is an engine oil filter for Volkswagen Automotive applications that require OE number 74115562 or 38115466. It is built with attached gaskets and included O-rings for a direct-service replacement on select Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Crafter Van models.

Key Features

• Part number: P7308
• Engine oil filter for Volkswagen Automotive
• Attached gasket design
• O-rings included
• Height: 6 1/32 in. (153.2 mm)
• Outside diameter: 2 17/32 in. (64.3 mm)
• Inside diameter: 21/32 in. (16.7 mm)
• Replaces Volkswagen 74115562

Fitment Details

• Fits 2015 Volkswagen Crafter Van, N/A, OE Number: 74115562
• Fits 2009-2011 Volkswagen Crafter Van, N/A, OE Number: 38115466
• Fits 1998-2006 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A, OE Number: 74115562
• Fits 2000-2006 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, OE Number: 74115562
• Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, 6 1/32 Inch; OE Number: 74115562
• Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, OE Number: 74115562
• Fits 2000-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, OE Number: 74115562
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, Element; OE Number: 74115562

Detailed Description

Baldwin P7308 is an OE-style engine oil filter specified for Volkswagen vehicles across multiple model lines, including the Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Crafter Van. The filter’s dimensions, attached gasket design, and included O-rings support service replacement where the original filter uses the listed OE references. For buyers searching for a Volkswagen Beetle oil filter, Volkswagen Golf oil filter, or Volkswagen Jetta oil filter by part number P7308, this unit matches the documented applications and replacement reference 74115562.

Common Service Issues Addressed

• Replacing a worn or clogged oil filter during routine maintenance
• Restoring proper oil filtration after extended service intervals
• Matching an OE-numbered Volkswagen filter application
• Addressing leaks related to aged filter sealing components
• Servicing Volkswagen engines that specify the listed filter dimensions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE number on the removed filter before installation and compare the filter height, outside diameter, and inside diameter to the original part. Confirm the vehicle application against the fitment list for your specific Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, or Crafter Van model year. Clean the sealing surface before installing the Baldwin P7308 and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s oil service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Baldwin manufactures filtration products for automotive service applications, and this filter is built to the listed dimensional and fitment specifications for the referenced Volkswagen vehicles. Part number P7308 is a direct-reference replacement for Volkswagen 74115562.