Wix 57131 Power Steering Filter

WIX 57131 Power Steering Filter Overview

The WIX 57131 power steering filter is a hydraulic cartridge filter built for heavy-duty steering systems that need clean fluid flow and dependable contamination control. It uses cellulose media and a metal canister style construction to support long service life in demanding operating conditions.

Compatible With Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, BMW, MAN, and other cross-referenced applications, this filter is a direct replacement option for service intervals that call for a hydraulic steering filter. The WIX 57131 is also referenced by part number 57131 for easy lookup.

Key Features

• Cellulose filter media for hydraulic fluid filtration
• 22 micron rating for steering system contamination control
• Heavy-duty duty type construction for commercial and passenger applications
• Metal cartridge hydraulic canister style for durable service
• 3.957 in. height with 2.362 in. top and bottom outer diameter
• Designed with corrosion-resistant materials and sealing components for leak-resistant operation

Detailed Description

WIX HD hydraulic filters are built with application-specific media and durable structural components, including strong center tubes, end caps, and sealing elements. The 57131 uses cellulose media and a 22 micron rating to help maintain cleaner hydraulic fluid in power steering systems, supporting consistent steering performance under a wide range of operating conditions. This part number 57131 is commonly cross-referenced across European and commercial vehicle platforms, including Mercedes-Benz and Volvo service applications.

For buyers searching by vehicle fitment, this filter is often selected for power steering filter service on Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volvo models where the OEM service schedule specifies a hydraulic filter change. It is also listed across multiple interchange references for fleet and passenger vehicle maintenance.

This part cross-references Baldwin P106-HD and Fleetguard HF6162 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Dirty or contaminated power steering fluid
• Restricted hydraulic flow from filter loading
• Noise or roughness related to steering fluid contamination
• Premature wear in steering hydraulic components
• Service intervals requiring an OEM-style hydraulic filter change

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the filter dimensions, media type, and OEM service reference before installation. Match the cartridge style and sealing surfaces to the existing housing, and replace the filter at the interval specified by the vehicle manufacturer or service manual. For Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, BMW, and similar applications, confirm the part number against the original filter listing before service.

Quality Assurance

WIX recommends this hydraulic filter for OEM hydraulic filter change intervals. Its corrosion-resistant materials, reinforced internal structure, and sealing design are intended to support reliable service in heavy-duty hydraulic systems.