Wix 57171 Engine Oil Filter

WIX 57171 Engine Oil Filter Overview

The WIX 57171 is a cartridge-style engine oil filter built for BMW applications that call for OEM oil and filter change intervals. It uses cellulose media and a 13-micron rating to help capture fine contaminants during normal driving and severe service conditions.

Compatible With BMW 545i, X5, 645Ci, 745i, 745Li, 760i, and 760Li applications that specify this filter format, including factory-filled synthetic oil setups where WIX XP or WIX Premium is recommended by the OE service schedule.

• Cartridge oil filter for BMW engine applications
• Cellulose filter media for routine contaminant capture
• 13-micron filtration rating
• Metal-free cartridge lube style
• Built for conventional, synthetic, or synthetic-blended motor oil when specified by the vehicle manufacturer
• Recommended for OEM oil and filter change intervals

Filter Construction and Service Use

WIX part number 57171 is a cartridge lube filter with a 4.035-inch height, 2.874-inch outer diameter, and 1.362-inch inner diameter at the bottom. Its Class B, light-duty design is suited to everyday commuting, stop-and-go traffic, short trips, interstate driving, dirt roads, and construction-site conditions when serviced at the manufacturer’s recommended interval.

This part cross-references BMW OE numbers such as 11 42 7 506 677 and 11 42 7 511 161 for the same application.

Common Issues This Filter Helps Address

• Routine oil contamination from normal engine wear
• Dust and debris buildup from severe driving conditions
• Reduced filtration performance during extended service intervals
• Maintenance needs on BMW engines using cartridge-style oil filters
• Oil service replacement for vehicles following OEM interval schedules

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the filter housing style and OE service interval before installation. Replace the cartridge during scheduled oil service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s oil specification and change interval. For BMW 545i, X5, and 645Ci applications, confirm the engine calls for this cartridge format before ordering.

Quality Assurance

WIX recommends this filter for OEM oil and filter change intervals, typically 3,750 to 10,000 miles and not to exceed 12 months, when used according to the vehicle manufacturer’s service guidance.