Wix 57145 Engine Oil Filter

WIX 57145 Engine Oil Filter Overview

The WIX 57145 engine oil filter is built for drivers who want dependable oil filtration across normal commuting and severe service conditions. It is a spin-on lube filter with enhanced cellulose media, a silicone anti-drainback valve, and a 21-micron rating for consistent engine protection.

Compatible With Toyota Tundra, Toyota Sequoia, Lexus GX550, and other OE-specified applications, this filter supports recommended oil change intervals for a wide range of Toyota, Lexus, and Suzuki vehicles.

Key Features

• Enhanced cellulose media for efficient contaminant capture
• Anti-drainback valve helps reduce dry starts after shutdown
• 21-micron filtration rating for fine particle control
• Bypass relief valve setting: 8-11 psi
• Flow rate: 7-9 GPM for steady oil delivery
• Burst pressure rated at 400 psi
• Spin-on lube filter design with 3/4-16 thread size
• Fits conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended motor oils

Detailed Description

WIX Part Number 57145 is engineered for OE-recommended oil and filter change intervals, typically 3,750 to 10,000 miles and not more than 12 months. The filter media is designed to trap dirt and contaminants effectively, while the silicone anti-drainback valve helps keep oil in the filter when the engine is off. That helps maintain oil pressure on startup, especially in vehicles that see stop-and-go traffic, short trips, dirt roads, construction zones, or interstate driving.

This part cross-references NAPA Gold Filters 7145 for the same application. It is a direct service option for many Toyota Tundra and Toyota Sequoia models, as well as Lexus GX550 and related OE-specified fitments. The WIX 57145 is also listed for several Lexus, Toyota, and Suzuki applications where the manufacturer calls for this filter size and service interval.

What It Helps Address

• Excess engine wear from dirt and abrasive contaminants
• Oil drain-back that can contribute to dry starts
• Reduced filtration performance during severe driving conditions
• Inconsistent oil flow during cold starts and shutdown cycles
• Service intervals that require OE-style filtration performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread size, gasket sealing surface, and filter clearance before installation. Replace the filter at the manufacturer-recommended oil change interval and use the correct oil grade for the vehicle. For Toyota Tundra, Toyota Sequoia, Lexus GX550, and other listed applications, confirm the OE service schedule and match the filter to the engine specification.

Quality Assurance

WIX filters are built for OE-style service intervals and severe-duty driving conditions. Laboratory performance data cited by the manufacturer includes high dirt-holding capacity and 99% efficiency at 23 microns on referenced test samples.