Fel-Pro 73042 Engine Oil Filter Adapter Seal

Fel-Pro 73042 Engine Oil Filter Adapter Seal

Fel-Pro 73042 is a premium engine oil filter adapter seal built for direct-fit sealing performance on a wide range of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Plymouth, and Volkswagen applications. It is made with application-specific materials to help maintain a reliable seal where the oil filter adapter meets the engine.

Key Features

• Premium-grade engine oil filter adapter seal
• Application-specific sealing material for vehicle-specific fitment
• Supports 100% vehicle sealing when installed on the correct application
• Engine sealing component for leak control at the oil filter adapter
• Fits 1990-2011 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Plymouth, and Volkswagen models across 123 vehicle applications

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 73042 is an engine oil filter adapter seal for vehicles including the Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler Town & Country, and Dodge Grand Caravan. This part number is also used on Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Caravan, and Volkswagen Routan applications, making it a practical choice for service work on many 1990-2011 platforms. Fel-Pro 73042 is engineered as a premium sealing solution for the oil filter adapter area, where a dependable seal is important for controlling engine oil leakage.

This part cross-references Chrysler OE number 4781166AC for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the engine oil filter adapter
• Leaks caused by a worn or flattened adapter seal
• Loss of sealing integrity during oil filter adapter service
• Maintenance needs on high-mileage Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Plymouth, and Volkswagen engines

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify engine application before installation using year, make, and model.
• Inspect the oil filter adapter mating surfaces for debris, old seal material, or damage.
• Clean sealing surfaces thoroughly before installing the new seal.
• Follow the vehicle service procedure and torque specifications for the oil filter adapter assembly.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are known for application-specific sealing materials and vehicle-focused coverage. Fel-Pro 73042 is a premium sealing component intended to deliver consistent sealing performance for the listed applications.