Fel-Pro 72951 Engine Oil Filter Adapter Seal

Fel-Pro 72951 Engine Oil Filter Adapter Seal

Fel-Pro 72951 is a premium engine oil filter adapter seal built for Honda and Acura VTEC service applications. It uses application-specific materials to deliver vehicle sealing performance that professionals rely on for leak control and long-term durability.

Key Features

• Premium-grade engine oil filter adapter seal
• Application-specific sealing material for a precise fit
• Supports VTEC solenoid service seal replacement
• Molded rubber design without screen
• Direct-fit service part for select Honda and Acura engines

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 72951 is engineered for sealing the oil filter adapter and related VTEC service points on select Honda Accord, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Honda Ridgeline, Acura MDX, Acura TL, Acura TSX, Acura RL, Acura RDX, Acura RLX, Acura TLX, Acura ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Honda Accord Crosstour, and Saturn Vue applications. The molded rubber construction is designed to maintain a reliable seal where oil pressure and heat cycling can cause leaks over time. This part number, 72951, is a practical replacement choice when servicing VTEC solenoid areas on 2003-2021 Honda and Acura vehicles.

This part cross-references MAHLE B31937 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the oil filter adapter or VTEC solenoid area
• Leak-related oil residue on the engine exterior
• Seal hardening from age and heat exposure
• Service-time replacement of worn molded rubber seals
• Loss of sealing integrity during VTEC-related maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the engine configuration and compare the original seal profile before installation. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly, remove old residue, and inspect the adapter and solenoid area for damage or contamination. Confirm fitment by year, make, and model before ordering; Fel-Pro 72951 is listed for specific Honda and Acura applications, including 2005-2021 Honda Odyssey, 2005-2021 Honda Pilot, 2003-2020 Acura MDX, and 2003-2017 Honda Accord.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro positions this gasket and sealing solution as a premium replacement built with vehicle-specific materials for dependable sealing performance. The brand’s focus on application-matched sealing technology supports consistent service results in Honda and Acura engine repair work.