Mobil 1 M1C-153A Engine Oil Filter

Mobil 1 M1C-153A Engine Oil Filter

The Mobil 1 M1C-153A is a cartridge-style engine oil filter for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It is built for light-duty use and matches common OE-style dimensions for vehicles such as the Mazda 3, Mazda 6, Ford Escape, and Mercury Milan.

Key Features

• Cartridge lube metal-free filter style for modern engine filter housings
• Height: 2.76 in. with 2.58 in. top and bottom outer diameter
• Inside diameter: 1.12 in. (28 mm); inner diameter bottom: 1.18 in.
• Two O-rings included in the filter design specification
• Light-duty class C construction for everyday passenger vehicle service
• Direct replacement reference: Mobil 1 M1C-153A

Detailed Description

Mobil 1 M1C-153A is a cartridge engine oil filter designed around the dimensions commonly used in select Mazda 3, Mazda 6, CX-7, Tribute, Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, Mercury Mariner, and Mercury Milan applications. The filter uses a cartridge lube metal-free format and does not include an anti-drain back valve or bypass relief valve in its listed construction. For shoppers searching for a Mazda 6 oil filter, Ford Escape cartridge oil filter, or Mercury Milan engine oil filter, this part number provides a direct OE-style service option. This part cross-references Wix 57203 and Baldwin P7313 for the same application.

Compatible With 2004-2009 Mazda 3, N/A; 2003-2012 Mazda 6, N/A; 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7, N/A; 2008-2010 Mazda Tribute, N/A; 2005-2009 Ford Escape, N/A; 2006-2009 Ford Fusion, N/A; 2006-2010 Mercury Mariner, N/A; and 2006-2009 Mercury Milan, N/A. The M1C-153A is also a strong search match for drivers looking for a 2010 Ford Fusion oil filter or 2008 Mazda CX-7 cartridge filter.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or dirty cartridge oil filter during routine maintenance
• Restoring proper oil filtration in engines that use a cartridge filter housing
• Addressing oil contamination from normal engine wear and debris
• Servicing vehicles that call for an OE-size filter element with matching dimensions
• Supporting maintenance on Mazda, Ford, and Mercury models with the listed fitment

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the filter housing style and match the inside and outside diameters before installation. Replace the O-rings during service and inspect the housing cap, sealing surfaces, and drain area for debris. For best results, follow the vehicle service manual for oil change intervals and torque specifications. Search terms such as Mazda 3 oil filter, Mazda 6 oil filter, and Ford Escape oil filter commonly point to this cartridge format.

Quality Assurance

Mobil 1 part M1C-153A is specified as a cartridge filter for light-duty applications with published dimensional data for fitment verification. Confirm the part number and vehicle application before installation to ensure the correct service match.