Wix 51839 Engine Oil Filter

WIX 51839 Engine Oil Filter Overview

The WIX 51839 engine oil filter is a spin-on lube filter built for dependable oil filtration in normal and severe driving conditions. It is a direct-fit option for select Ford, Mercury, Mazda, and related applications, including 1982-1987 Ford Ranger, 1984-1987 Ford Escort, and 1982-1984 Mazda B2200.

With enhanced cellulose media, a 21-micron rating, and a 340 burst pressure specification, this WIX oil filter is engineered to maintain oil cleanliness during stop-and-go driving, short trips, dirt-road use, and highway travel. The 51839 part number is also cross-referenced to common aftermarket and OE-style equivalents for the same application.

Key Features

• Spin-on lube filter design for engine oil service
• Enhanced cellulose media for efficient contaminant capture
• 21.00 micron filtration rating
• Flow rate: 9-11 GPM
• Burst pressure: 340
• Thread size: 20x1.5 mm
• Closed top with no anti-drain back valve and no bypass relief valve setting
• Fits select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda applications

Detailed Description

WIX Part Number 51839 is an engine oil filter designed for vehicles that require a spin-on filter with 20x1.5 mm threads and a compact 3.790-inch height. It uses enhanced cellulose media to trap dirt and contaminants while supporting oil flow in everyday driving conditions. For buyers searching for a Ford Ranger oil filter, Mazda B2200 oil filter, or Ford Escort oil filter, this part number is a direct reference point for the listed applications.

WIX recommends oil and filter change intervals that follow the OE vehicle manufacturer schedule, typically 3,750 to 10,000 miles and not beyond 12 months. This filter is also listed with interchange references such as FRAM P3828 and NAPA Gold 1839 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Engine oil contamination from dust and road debris
• Reduced filtration performance during severe driving cycles
• Oil flow restriction caused by a loaded filter element
• Routine maintenance needs for scheduled oil changes
• Filtration service for older Ford, Mercury, and Mazda engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread size, gasket sealing surface, and filter clearance before installation. Replace the filter at the interval specified by the vehicle manufacturer, and confirm the application against the vehicle’s engine code when servicing a 1984-1987 Ford Escort, 1984-1986 Ford Tempo, 1984-1986 Mercury Topaz, 1984-1985 Mazda 626, 1983-1984 Ford Ranger, or 1982-1984 Mazda B2200.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1984-1987 Ford Escort, N/A; Fits 1984-1987 Mercury Lynx, N/A; Fits 1984-1986 Ford Tempo, N/A; Fits 1984-1986 Mercury Topaz, N/A; Fits 1984-1985 Mazda 626, N/A; Fits 1983-1984 Ford Ranger, N/A; and Fits 1982-1984 Mazda B2200, N/A.

Quality Assurance

WIX publishes laboratory test performance data for this filter family, including ISO 454812 testing and efficiency references tied to the 51839 platform. The WIX 51839 is built to meet the filtration demands of OE-style maintenance on select Ford Ranger and Mazda B2200 applications, with the same part number used across multiple interchange listings.