Wix 42992 Engine Crankcase Breather Element

Wix 42992 Engine Crankcase Breather Element

The Wix 42992 engine crankcase breather element is a synthetic breather filter built for light-duty emission control applications. It helps maintain cleaner crankcase ventilation on older Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including popular truck and full-size car platforms.

• Synthetic media for breather filtration
• Breather filter style for crankcase ventilation service
• Closed inner diameter top
• Light-duty construction for emission control applications
• Compact size: 1.300 in. height, 5.200 in. length, 2.000 in. width

Application Details

This Wix 42992 breather element is used in crankcase ventilation systems where a serviceable breather filter is specified. It is a direct-fit style replacement for many Ford F-150, Ford Bronco, Ford LTD, Ford Mustang, and Mercury Grand Marquis applications, along with other listed vehicles from 1977 through 1999.

Fits 1994-1999 Ford Crown Victoria, N/A. Fits 1993-1997 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A. Fits 1978-1987 Ford Bronco, N/A. Fits 1978-1987 Ford E-150 Econoline, N/A. Fits 1978-1987 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A. Fits 1978-1987 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A. Fits 1978-1987 Ford F-150, N/A. Fits 1978-1987 Ford F-250, N/A. Fits 1978-1987 Ford F-350, N/A. Fits 1978-1986 Ford LTD, N/A. Fits 1979-1985 Ford Mustang, N/A. Fits 1978-1985 Ford Thunderbird, N/A. Fits 1981-1985 Lincoln Town Car, N/A. Fits 1979-1985 Mercury Capri, N/A. Fits 1978-1982 Mercury Marquis, N/A. Fits 1978-1983 Ford E-100 Econoline, N/A. Fits 1978-1983 Ford F-100, N/A. Fits 1978-1982 Ford Fairmont, N/A. Fits 1978-1982 Mercury Zephyr, N/A. Fits 1977 Ford Courier, N/A.

This part cross-references FRAM BA3525 and Motorcraft FA675 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Restricted crankcase ventilation caused by a dirty breather element
• Oil vapor buildup in the crankcase ventilation path
• Reduced airflow through the breather assembly
• Service intervals where the original breather media has deteriorated
• Maintenance needs on older Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury emission control systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the breather housing dimensions and the vehicle application before installation. The closed-top design and compact filter size should match the original service part location on the listed vehicles. Inspect the breather housing for contamination or damage during service so the replacement element can seat properly.

Quality Assurance

Wix positions filtration as a core part of maintenance, and this breather element follows that approach with synthetic media and application-specific sizing for light-duty service.