Wix 49390 Engine Air Filter

WIX 49390 Engine Air Filter for Honda CR-Z

The WIX 49390 is a panel-style engine air filter built for light-duty passenger vehicles that need consistent airflow and engine protection in everyday driving. It is a direct replacement for Honda CR-Z applications from 2011-2016, including vehicles that use OEM part number 17220RTW000.

Key Features

• Panel air filter construction for the engine air intake system
• Enhanced cellulose media treated with phenolic resin for added durability in moisture exposure
• 30% more media than OES filters for increased filtration surface area
• Polyurethane seal on applicable designs for hot and cold temperature resistance
• Laboratory tested to ISO 5011 standards with at least 99.5% efficiency based on Wix 42389
• Direct replacement for Honda CR-Z air filter service intervals

Detailed Description

WIX 49390 is an engine air filter designed to help maintain clean intake airflow in normal commuting, stop-and-go traffic, short-trip driving, dirt-road use, construction-zone exposure, and interstate travel. Its synthetic panel media and closed-top design support dependable filtration performance, while the moisture-resistant media treatment adds durability in demanding conditions. This part cross-references Honda OEM 17220RTW000 for the same application and is also listed for the 2011-2016 Honda CR-Z. If you are searching for a Honda CR-Z engine air filter, WIX 49390 provides a direct-fit replacement option for routine maintenance.

What It Helps Address

• Restricted airflow from a dirty or clogged engine air filter
• Dust and debris entering the intake system during road use
• Reduced filtration performance during stop-and-go driving
• Moisture exposure that can affect filter durability
• Routine service replacement for Honda CR-Z air filter maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace the filter at the interval specified by the vehicle manufacturer or sooner if driving conditions are severe. Before installation, inspect the air box, sealing surfaces, and intake tract for dirt or damage. Confirm the filter dimensions and match the application to your Honda CR-Z year before service. For best results, install the filter with the sealing edge seated evenly in the housing.

Quality Assurance

WIX states that this filter is recommended for OEM air filter change intervals and has been laboratory tested to ISO 5011 efficiency standards. The construction uses durable media and a temperature-resistant seal design where applicable to support consistent service life.