Wix 51230 Engine Oil Filter

WIX 51230 Oil Filter for Mercedes-Benz V12 Engines

The WIX 51230 is a cartridge engine oil filter built for Mercedes-Benz V12 applications that call for a cartridge-style lube filter. It uses cellulose media and is specified for conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended motor oils under normal and severe driving conditions.

For Mercedes-Benz SL600, S600, CL600, and SL60 AMG models, this filter supports OEM-recommended oil change intervals and consistent filtration in stop-and-go traffic, short-trip use, dirt roads, construction sites, and highway driving.

Key Features

• Part number: 51230
• Cartridge lube metal canister style
• Cellulose filter media
• Height: 8.268 in.
• Outer diameter: 2.441 in.
• Inner diameter bottom: 0.917 in.
• Inner diameter top: closed
• Built for conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended motor oils
• Supports OEM oil and filter change intervals from 3,750 to 10,000 miles, not to exceed 12 months

Detailed Description

WIX 51230 is an engine oil filter for Mercedes-Benz V12 platforms that require a cartridge filter with the listed dimensions and media type. It is a direct service part for 1992-2002 Mercedes-Benz 600-series and S/CL/SL applications, including 1994-2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600, 1997-1999 Mercedes-Benz CL600, 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S600, 1997-1999 Mercedes-Benz SL60 AMG, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S600L, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SEC, 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SEL, and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SL.

This part cross-references NAPA Gold Filters 1230 and FRAM CH7338 for the same application. The WIX 51230 oil filter is also listed under Mercedes-Benz OE references for select service applications.

What It Helps Address

• Engine oil contamination from normal wear particles
• Reduced filtration performance during stop-and-go driving
• Service intervals that require OEM-style oil filter replacement
• Filtration needs for synthetic and synthetic-blended motor oils
• Routine maintenance on Mercedes-Benz SL600, S600, CL600, and SL60 AMG models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the cartridge dimensions and OE service specification before installation. Replace the filter during scheduled oil service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended oil change interval for your Mercedes-Benz application. Confirm the housing and sealing surfaces are clean before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

WIX specifies this filter for OEM oil and filter change intervals and for use in both normal and severe driving conditions. The cellulose media and cartridge construction are selected for routine engine protection in the listed Mercedes-Benz applications.