Wix 24942 Engine Oil Filter

WIX 24942 Engine Oil Filter Overview

The WIX 24942 engine oil filter is a cartridge-style lube filter built for light-duty applications that use conventional, synthetic, or synthetic-blended motor oil. It is sized for dependable filtration in normal commuting and severe service conditions, including stop-and-go traffic, short trips, dirt roads, construction areas, and highway driving.

Compatible With select Kawasaki applications and cross-reference part numbers such as NAPA Gold Filters 4942 and FRAM CH6013, this filter is a practical OE-style service part for routine oil changes. If you are searching for a WIX 24942 oil filter for Kawasaki engine maintenance, this cartridge filter is built around the dimensions and media listed below.

Key Features

• Cartridge lube metal canister style
• Cellulose filter media for routine engine oil filtration
• 3.209 in. height for the specified housing application
• 3.150 in. outer diameter at top and bottom
• 0.768 in. inner diameter bottom
• Designed for OEM oil change intervals, typically 3,750 to 10,000 miles, not to exceed 12 months
• Suitable for conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blend motor oils

Detailed Description

WIX part number 24942 is an engine oil filter built in a cartridge lube metal canister style with cellulose media. The listed dimensions and construction support proper fit in the intended housing, while the filter media is selected for everyday engine protection during standard service intervals. For buyers comparing WIX 24942 against other service parts, this filter cross-references NAPA Gold Filters 4942 and FRAM CH6013 for the same application.

For Kawasaki engine service and other listed interchange applications, the WIX 24942 helps maintain clean oil flow during routine maintenance. It is also referenced against Baldwin P165/P7012 and Purolator ML16813, making it easier to match the correct replacement during parts lookup.

What This Filter Helps Address

• Engine oil contamination from normal wear particles
• Reduced filtration performance during stop-and-go driving
• Oil breakdown concerns during short-trip service intervals
• Dust and debris exposure from dirt roads or jobsite use
• Routine maintenance needs for Kawasaki and other cross-referenced applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the housing style, dimensions, and service interval before installation. Replace the filter during scheduled oil service and follow the vehicle or equipment manufacturer’s oil specification and change interval. For Kawasaki and other application-specific searches, confirm the part number 24942 against the existing filter and housing design before ordering.

Quality Assurance

WIX designs this filter for OEM-recommended service intervals and for use with conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended oils. The construction is intended to provide leak-resistant, long-lasting performance under a range of operating conditions.