Wix 46976 Engine Crankcase Breather Element

Wix 46976 Engine Crankcase Breather Element

The Wix 46976 engine crankcase breather element is a cellulose breather filter built for light-duty emission control service. It helps maintain cleaner crankcase ventilation on a wide range of Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications, including classic Ford Thunderbird, F-150, Bronco, and E-150 Econoline models.

Key Features

• Cellulose filter media for crankcase breather service
• Breather filter style for emission control applications
• Closed inner diameter top
• Compact dimensions: 2.430 in. height, 4.390 in. length, 1.260 in. width
• Light-duty class C construction
• Direct replacement part number: Wix 46976

Product Details

Wix 46976 is an engine crankcase breather element used in emission control systems to help manage airflow through the crankcase. Its cellulose media supports filtration in light-duty applications, while the breather-style design and closed top configuration match the requirements of many Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. This part number 46976 is commonly searched for Ford Thunderbird, Ford F-150, and Mercury Cougar breather filter replacement needs.

This part cross-references ACDelco FB106 and FRAM BA6591 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Dirty or restricted crankcase breather filtration
• Worn breather element replacement during maintenance
• Unfiltered crankcase ventilation airflow
• Emission control service on older Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles
• Fitment lookup for Wix 46976 replacement searches

Installation Notes and Fitment

Compatible With 1985-1993 Ford F-150, 1985-1993 Ford F-250, 1986-1993 Ford F-350, 1985-1994 Ford Bronco, 1987-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline, 1987-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, 1987-1993 Ford E-250 Econoline, 1987-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, 1987-1993 Ford E-350 Econoline, 1987-1993 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, 1986-1991 Ford Taurus, 1988-1991 Ford Thunderbird, 1995-1997 Ford Thunderbird, 1988-1997 Mercury Cougar, 1986-1995 Mercury Sable, 1990-1992 Lincoln Continental, 1991-1992 Lincoln Town Car, 1986-1991 Ford F-200, 1988 Ford Ranger, 1987 Ford Bronco II, and 1991 Mercury Topaz.

Verify the existing breather element dimensions and housing style before installation. Match the closed-top configuration and overall size to the original part for proper fitment on the vehicle’s crankcase ventilation assembly.

Quality Assurance

Wix filtration products are built around maintenance-focused filtration standards, with supplemental product support used to help extend service life and maintain system cleanliness. The Wix 46976 follows that filtration-first approach for emission control service.