Wix 46902 Air Filter

WIX 46902 Engine Air Filter Overview

The WIX 46902 engine air filter is a panel-style replacement built for steady airflow and dependable engine protection in everyday driving. It is a direct-fit option for a range of Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac, Saturn, and Suzuki applications, including Malibu, Lucerne, DTS, G6, Equinox, Torrent, Aura, XL-7, and Vue models.

With a synthetic media construction and a closed top design, this filter is built for normal commuting as well as harsher conditions such as stop-and-go traffic, dirt roads, construction zones, short trips, and highway use.

Key Features

• Engine air filter panel for light-duty passenger vehicle applications
• WIX part number 46902
• Synthetic media with a closed top design
• Measures 11.000 in. long, 9.125 in. wide, and 1.500 in. high
• Built for OEM-style air filter change intervals
• Designed to resist moisture exposure and temperature extremes
• Laboratory-tested to ISO 5011 standards with at least 99.5% efficiency based on Wix 42389

Detailed Description

WIX 46902 is a premium panel air filter engineered to help maintain clean intake airflow while protecting the engine from airborne contaminants. The filter uses enhanced cellulose media treated with phenolic resin for added durability, and WIX notes that the media contains more surface area than standard original equipment service filters. In applications where a polyurethane seal is used, it is built to handle hot and cold temperature swings.

This part cross-references ACDelco A1627C and FRAM CA9492 for the same application. It is a direct replacement choice for drivers searching for a 2008-2012 Chevrolet Malibu air filter, a 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne engine air filter, or a 2002-2007 Saturn Vue air filter. The WIX 46902 part number is also commonly searched for 2005-2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2007-2010 Pontiac G6 service.

Common Problems This Filter Helps Address

• Restricted airflow from a dirty or clogged engine air filter
• Dust and debris entering the intake system
• Reduced filtration performance during stop-and-go driving
• Premature filter breakdown from moisture exposure
• Service intervals that call for OEM-style air filter replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the air box dimensions and match the filter to the vehicle’s factory intake housing before installation. This panel filter is listed for N/A position applications and should be installed in the engine air cleaner assembly according to the vehicle service procedure. For best results, inspect the air box for dirt, leaves, or debris before closing the housing.

Compatible With 2008-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A; 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, N/A; 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, N/A; 2007-2010 Pontiac G6, N/A; 2005-2009 Chevrolet Equinox, N/A; 2006-2009 Pontiac Torrent, N/A; 2007-2009 Saturn Aura, N/A; 2007-2009 Suzuki XL-7, N/A; 2008 Pontiac G6, N/A; 2002-2007 Saturn Vue, N/A.

Quality Assurance

WIX states that this filter is laboratory tested to ISO 5011 standards and built for dependable engine protection under normal and severe driving conditions. The part is engineered to meet OEM air filter change interval expectations.