Use the complete vehicle identity
Enter the year, make, model, and engine in the filter manufacturer’s catalog. Different engines sold under one model name can use different filters. Confirm the vehicle details before following a retailer’s compatibility suggestion.
Cartridge and spin-on filters need different checks
A cartridge element fits inside a reusable housing; a spin-on filter includes its own outer canister. The right choice must match the intended application, not just appear similar. Manufacturer part pages can show dimensions, sealing components, bypass-valve information, and application lists.
For example, FRAM’s XG10992 page describes a cartridge with O-rings, while its XG3950 page describes a threaded spin-on filter with a gasket. These examples illustrate different designs; neither is a universal recommendation for visitors to this site.
Check what arrives
Match the delivered part number to your confirmed application and review the supplied seals and installation instructions. If the box, filter, and listing disagree, resolve that with the seller before installation. Use your vehicle’s specified procedure and tightening guidance.
Keep filtration claims separate from maintenance timing
A filter’s advertised mileage is not a new service schedule for your vehicle. Choose the correct oil specification and follow the manufacturer’s time, distance, or oil-life instructions. Keep the filter part number with the service receipt so the next purchase starts from a checked record.
Primary references reviewed September 7, 2026: FRAM XG10992 specifications and applications; FRAM XG3950 specifications; FRAM vehicle catalog.
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