Premium Guard P978EX Engine Oil Filter

Premium Guard Extended Life Oil Filter

Premium Guard P978EX is an engine oil filter built with synthetic blend media for extended-life service intervals. It is made for drivers who need dependable oil filtration on select Ford Transit, Ford Transit Custom, Mini Cooper, Mini Cooper Countryman, Mini Cooper Paceman, and Land Rover Defender applications.

The Extended Life product line focuses on longer service use with filtration media suited to demanding maintenance schedules. Premium Guard P978EX is a direct-fit engine oil filter for covered applications and is cross-referenced to Hastings LF631 for the same application.

Key Features

• Synthetic blend media for engine oil filtration
• Extended Life product line for longer service intervals
• Engine oil filter for select Ford, Mini, and Land Rover applications
• Part number P978EX for easy identification
• Cross-reference: Hastings LF631

Application Details

Compatible with 2014-2024 Ford Transit Custom, 2007-2011 Ford Transit, 2007-2016 Mini Cooper, 2011-2017 Mini Cooper Countryman, 2013-2016 Mini Cooper Paceman, and 2011-2016 Land Rover Defender. This part number, P978EX, also cross-references Premium Guard PG5830EX for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Oil contamination from normal engine wear
• Reduced filtration performance during extended service intervals
• Routine oil service replacement needs
• Fitment matching for select Ford Transit and Mini Cooper models
• Fitment matching for select Land Rover Defender applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the engine oil filter housing style and vehicle application before installation. For Land Rover Defender listings, note the cartridge filter application detail shown in fitment notes. Confirm the part number P978EX against the vehicle’s service requirements before replacing the filter.

Quality Assurance

Premium Guard Extended Life filters use synthetic blend media and are cataloged for specific OE-style applications. This part is identified for direct replacement use on the listed vehicles and is supported by published interchange references for application matching.