Wix 51364 Engine Oil Filter

WIX 51364 Engine Oil Filter Overview

The WIX 51364 engine oil filter is a spin-on lube filter built for dependable engine protection in everyday driving and severe service conditions. It is designed for use with conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended motor oils, making it a practical choice for routine maintenance on vehicles such as the Toyota Starlet, Ford Pinto, and Mercury Capri.

With enhanced cellulose media, a 21-micron rating, and an anti-drain back valve, this filter is built to help maintain oil flow and capture contaminants during normal service intervals. The WIX 51364 is also cross-referenced to several OE and aftermarket part numbers for the same application.

Key Features

• Spin-on lube filter design for engine oil filtration
• Enhanced cellulose media for contaminant capture
• Anti-drain back valve helps reduce dry starts after shutdown
• 21.00 micron filtration rating
• Flow rate: 7-9 GPM
• Burst pressure: 325
• Thread size: 3/4-16
• Closed inner diameter top and 3.135 outer diameter top
• Recommended for OEM oil and filter change intervals, typically 3,750 to 10,000 miles, not to exceed 12 months

Detailed Description

The WIX 51364 oil filter is engineered for light-duty engine applications where consistent filtration and oil control matter. Its enhanced cellulose media is paired with a flexible silicone anti-drain back valve, which helps keep oil in the filter when the engine is off. That feature is especially relevant for vehicles that see stop-and-go traffic, short trips, dirt roads, construction zones, or interstate driving.

Fitment includes 1981-1984 Toyota Starlet, 1971-1973 Ford Pinto, and 1970-1972 Mercury Capri. This part number, WIX 51364, is also listed with cross-reference applications such as NAPA Gold Filters 1364 and Bosch OF123 for the same use case.

What It Helps Address

• Oil contamination from normal engine wear
• Reduced oil retention after engine shutdown
• Dry starts after extended service intervals
• Filtration demands from stop-and-go driving
• Contaminant buildup from short-trip and severe-duty use

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the thread size, gasket sealing surface, and filter dimensions before installation. Replace the filter during scheduled oil service and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended oil change interval. For fitment-specific service, use WIX 51364 on 1981-1984 Toyota Starlet, 1971-1973 Ford Pinto, and 1970-1972 Mercury Capri only where the OE application matches.

Quality Assurance

WIX publishes laboratory test performance data for this filter family and specifies use with OEM-recommended service intervals. The filter is built to support normal and severe driving conditions with a focus on capacity, efficiency, and oil control.