This the first filter I have cut open. It is from a 2009 Lincoln Navigator 5.4 3v with 195k miles. Pennzoil Platinum 5w30 oil, 5000 miles and about 5 months on the filter and oil. I did not see any tears, but the media tore relatively easily when spreading pleats apart to check. Also, the top and bottom metal end caps pulled off pretty easily too. Don't know if that is normal? Fiber end caps underneath. Some carbon crud in the pleats and can. Wondering if these Motorcraft filters are getting too old? I bought a case of 12 from RockAuto about 3 years ago and have 3 left.
Valvoline EP 5w30 and Fram Ultra XG2 went back in.
Valvoline EP 5w30 and Fram Ultra XG2 went back in.
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