They did that because out of the box the old one would fall in the new filter, get stuck, and not be noticed by people not paying attention. Good number of engine failures as a result.
I've been using this Premium Guard. Like it so far and seems well made.
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First this isn't my vehicle. Someone else just posted this off a 24 Hyundai Santa Cruz. In the housing with the metal there are three small washers with 3 holes on one side. What would those be from?