Mobil 1 M1C-261A Engine Oil Filter

Mobil 1 M1C-261A Engine Oil Filter Overview

The Mobil 1 M1C-261A is a cartridge-style engine oil filter built for select Volkswagen and Porsche applications that call for a premium filter design. It is a direct-fit option for vehicles such as the Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Passat, CC, Touareg, and Porsche Cayenne.

With a 4.67-inch height, 3.17-inch outside diameter, and 0.66-inch inside diameter, this filter is sized for the listed applications and uses a cartridge format with two O-rings for sealing.

Key Features

• Cartridge engine oil filter design
• Height: 4.67 inches
• Outside diameter: 3.17 inches (80.5 mm)
• Inside diameter: 0.66 inches (16.8 mm)
• Two O-rings included in the design specification
• No anti-drain back valve
• No bypass relief valve
• Fits select Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Passat, CC, and Touareg models
• Fits select Porsche Cayenne models

Detailed Description

Mobil 1 M1C-261A is an engine oil filter for applications that use a cartridge-style filter element rather than a spin-on canister. It is listed for 2012-2023 Volkswagen and Porsche vehicles, including the Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Passat, CC, Touareg, and the Porsche Cayenne. For fitment-specific searches, this part is commonly referenced for Volkswagen Atlas oil filter replacement, Volkswagen Passat cartridge oil filter, and Porsche Cayenne engine oil filter service.

This part cross-references Premium Guard PG6293EX and Standard Ignition 27462 for the same application. The M1C-261A part number is also used in interchange listings for related OE-style filter references.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or contaminated engine oil filter
• Restoring proper oil filtration service on cartridge-filter engines
• Servicing Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport oil filter applications
• Servicing Volkswagen Passat, CC, and Touareg oil filter applications
• Servicing Porsche Cayenne oil filter applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the cartridge filter dimensions and O-ring sealing points before installation. Replace the filter during routine oil service and confirm the housing is clean before fitting the new element. For 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat, 2012-2017 Volkswagen Touareg, 2013-2016 Volkswagen CC, and 2012-2014 Porsche Cayenne applications, the fitment notes specify synthetic oil applications and recommend a premium filter.

Use the vehicle’s service information to confirm the correct oil filter specification before installation. The Mobil 1 M1C-261A should be matched to the exact engine application listed in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Mobil 1 is a recognized name in automotive filtration and lubrication products, and this filter is cataloged with OE-style interchange references for the listed applications. Part number M1C-261A is specified for select Volkswagen and Porsche engines that require a cartridge oil filter.