Wix Filters Air Filter (MPN: 42731)

High-efficiency air filter designed to protect engine performance.

Wix Filters air filter is engineered to ensure optimal engine performance by preventing harmful contaminants from entering the fuel mix. With a design that features nine pleats per inch, this filter captures more engine-damaging particles such as soot, carbon, and abrasives, significantly extending its lifespan. The filter is constructed with a mesh screen on both the inside and outside walls, providing enhanced strength and protection against backfire, which contributes to its durability.

Each Wix air filter is assembled using heat-resistant plastisol and specially designed seals that secure the top and bottom walls, along with an adhesive seal that joins the media ends. This meticulous construction process ensures that the filter maintains its integrity under various operating conditions. By effectively blocking foreign particles, the Wix air filter plays a crucial role in preventing premature engine wear, thereby supporting the longevity and efficiency of the engine.

This disposable air filter is designed to meet OEM specifications, making it a reliable choice for maintaining your vehicle's air intake system. Its white paper element material is optimized for filtration, ensuring that even the smallest dust particles are captured before they can cause damage to critical engine components.

Features

• Air Filter Media Features Nine Pleats Per Inch, Resulting In A Longer Life And The Ability To Capture More Engine-Killing Contaminants
• Feature A Mesh Screen On The Inside And Outside Walls For Element Strength And Media Protection From Backfire
• Each Filter Is Held Together With Heat-Resistant Plastisol With Specially Designed Seals On The Top And Bottom Walls And An Adhesive Seal That Joins The Media Ends
• Preventing Foreign Particles Like Soot, Carbon And Abrasives From Entering The Fuel Mix

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Wix Filters
• Manufacturer Part Number: 42731
• Shape: OEM
• Type: Disposable
• Height (IN): OEM
• Length (IN): OEM
• Width (IN): OEM
• Base Dimensions (IN): OEM
• Top Dimensions (IN): OEM
• Oiled: No
• Element Color: White
• Element Material: Paper
• Flange Inside Diameter (IN): OEM
• Flange Length (IN): OEM
• Flange Angle (DEG): OEM
• Flange Offset (IN): OEM
• Cap Finish: Without Cap
• Cap Color: Without Cap
• Cap Material: Without Cap
• Includes Gasket: No
• Estimated Install Time (Hours): 0.5
• Marine: No

Compatibility / Fit

• 2003-2005 Ford Excursion
• 2003-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty
• 2003-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty
• 2003-2007 Ford F-450 Super Duty
• 2003-2007 Ford F-550 Super Duty