Wix 57341 Engine Oil Filter

Engine Oil Filter for OE-Interval Service

The Wix 57341 cartridge oil filter is built for routine engine protection in vehicles that call for a metal-free cartridge design. It works with conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended motor oils when the OE vehicle manufacturer recommends them, making it a practical choice for everyday driving and severe service conditions.

Compatible With Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, Fiat 500X, Fiat 124 Spider, Dodge Dart, and Jeep Renegade applications that specify this filter style, the Wix 57341 supports OE oil change intervals and consistent filtration performance.

Key Features

• Cartridge-style engine oil filter with metal-free construction
• Cellulose media for routine oil filtration
• Designed for conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended motor oils when OE-approved
• Suitable for normal and severe driving conditions, including stop-and-go traffic, short trips, dirt roads, construction sites, and interstate travel
• Built for OE manufacturer oil and filter change intervals, typically 3,750 to 10,000 miles, not to exceed 12 months
• Part number 57341 for direct catalog lookup and service matching

Detailed Description

Wix 57341 is a cartridge lube filter with a 3.267-inch height, 2.551-inch outer diameter, and 0.96-inch inner diameter at the bottom. Its cellulose media is selected for everyday engine oil filtration in light-duty passenger vehicles, while the metal-free cartridge style supports applications that call for a non-metal filter element. This part cross-references FRAM CH9713 and Purolator L16162 for the same application.

For Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, Fiat 500X, Fiat 124 Spider, Dodge Dart, and Jeep Renegade service, this filter is a straightforward OE-style replacement when the vehicle calls for Wix 57341 or an equivalent cartridge filter. The part number 57341 is also listed across multiple aftermarket and OE reference catalogs, which helps simplify lookup during maintenance planning.

Common Service Issues It Can Address

• Restricted oil flow from a loaded or overdue filter
• Reduced filtration performance during extended oil change intervals
• Routine maintenance needs on vehicles using cartridge-style oil filters
• Service demands from stop-and-go driving and short-trip use
• Oil filtration needs for OE-specified synthetic or conventional oil changes

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s oil filter housing and OE part number before installation. Replace the cartridge during the manufacturer-recommended oil service interval, and confirm the correct oil type for the engine. For Fiat 500 and Jeep Renegade applications, follow the OE maintenance schedule and inspect the housing seal surfaces during service.

Quality Assurance

Wix cartridge oil filters are engineered for OE-recommended service intervals and are intended for use under normal and severe driving conditions. The cellulose media and cartridge construction are specified to support consistent engine oil filtration in the listed applications.