Upsizing MicroGard Select

[A's Fan]

Hello All. Question re upsizing the oil filter on a 4th gen ('19 thru '26) Mazda3 with the 2.5l normally aspirated engine.

Has anyone used a MicroGard Select MSL57356 on this car? It looks to be the same spec in every way as the MSL57002 except the 57356 is a bit taller (85mm) vs the 57002 (70mm) and this was confirmed when contacting O'Reilly Auto Parts. Just would like to be 100% sure before I put the taller filter on my car. Thanks.

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/...165552/automotive-car-2023-mazda-3?q=MSL57356
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/...5552/automotive-car-2023-mazda-3?q=oil+fiters

 

[DannyM]

Hello All. Question re upsizing the oil filter on a 4th gen ('19 thru '26) Mazda3 with the 2.5l normally aspirated engine.

Has anyone used a MicroGard Select MSL57356 on this car? It looks to be the same spec in every way as the MSL57002 except the 57356 is a bit taller (85mm) vs the 57002 (70mm) and this was confirmed when contacting O'Reilly Auto Parts. Just would like to be 100% sure before I put the taller filter on my car. Thanks.

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/...165552/automotive-car-2023-mazda-3?q=MSL57356
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/...5552/automotive-car-2023-mazda-3?q=oil+fiters

Yeah I am pretty sure that will work because these guys in this thread below are discussing the Fram 7317 going on the Mazda 2.5 and that Microgard MSL57356 is the same size as the 7317.

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Thread 'What oil filters are you Mazda owners running on your 'Skyactive' 2.5's'

Aug 29, 2021

We just added a new 2021 Mazda CX30 to the family and I'm wondering what oil filters people are running on their 'Skyactive' 2.5L engines?
It seems the PH7317 would fit as an oversize to the tiny PH6607 sized filter that is spec'd.....are any BITOGers running this larger filter? Are any running the even larger PH3593 which has the same threads and bypass rating? (just wondering even though I won't do it).
As far as oil...I plan to change the FF between 1000 and 1500 miles (depending when my daughter leaves on her next 'travel nurse' assignment). I probably would have left the FF in until...

• pbm
• Replies: 43
• Forum: Engine Oil Filters

and another : https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/t...-okay-2020-mazda-cx-5-2-5-skyactive-g.371776/

 

[ZeeOSix]

Yeah I am pretty sure that will work because these guys in this thread below are discussing the Fram 7317 going on the Mazda 2.5 and that Microgard MSL5736 is the same size as the 7317.

It's the MicroGard Select MSL57356 ... looks like you left the "5" out.

The Carquest Premium that crosses over to the 7317 is the 84356.

 

[RedSpider]

I haved used both MSL57002 and MSL57356 on my Mazdas and neither has blown up yet. I dont like how far down the 57356 hangs but anything that hits it is likely going to hit the oil pan first so it would likely be a catastrophic mess one way or another.

 

[Hootbro]

What problem you looking to solve here? If in the rare event you have a filter failure that is not cataloged for your application, the filter maker has grounds to deny any liability.

 

[A's Fan]

I haved used both MSL57002 and MSL57356 on my Mazdas and neither has blown up yet. I dont like how far down the 57356 hangs but anything that hits it is likely going to hit the oil pan first so it would likely be a catastrophic mess one way or another.

Thanks for weighing in. Do you own a 4th gen (2019-2026) Mazda3?

 

[A's Fan]

What problem you looking to solve here? If in the rare event you have a filter failure that is not cataloged for your application, the filter maker has grounds to deny any liability.

Hootbro, No problem here, just looking for a potentially better solution to a dinky oil filter. The '19 - '26 Mazda3 has a splash guard to protect the filter.

 

[Urshurak776]

Hootbro, No problem here, just looking for a potentially better solution to a dinky oil filter. The '19 - '26 Mazda3 has a splash guard to protect the filter.

You smarter than the Mazda Engineers? You're looking for a solution without a problem. I have two of these engines. Use what Mazda says to use. You're gaining nothing by using an oversized filter. Absolutely zero. If you're under warranty, you won't be if an issue arises.

 

[A's Fan]

You smarter than the Mazda Engineers? You're looking for a solution without a problem. I have two of these engines. Use what Mazda says to use. You're gaining nothing by using an oversized filter. Absolutely zero. If you're under warranty, you won't be if an issue arises.

1) You're answering a question that wasn't asked. 2) Your contention that a larger filter provides no benefit is debatable to say the least.

 

[RedSpider]

Thanks for weighing in. Do you own a 4th gen (2019-2026) Mazda3?

Not yet, we currently have a 2016 CX-5 and a 2017 Mazda3.

 

[Urshurak776]

1) You're answering a question that wasn't asked. 2) Your contention that a larger filter provides no benefit is debatable to say the least.

Lol. Okay boss. It's not debatable at all. I would love to see proof that it matters. Nonsense. If it mattered, they would provide a larger filter. I have never heard of a SkyActive engine failing because the filter was too small. It's ridiculous to be even having this conversation. No reason to debate, proof is in the pudding. Longevity of these engines with the OEM filter size is proof enough. Seriously, what, exactly, do you think your getting with a fraction more media? What are you trying to fix? Again, nonsense.

 

[Hohn]

Hootbro, No problem here, just looking for a potentially better solution to a dinky oil filter. The '19 - '26 Mazda3 has a splash guard to protect the filter.

The small 6607 can filter is fine, but the larger 7317 size is an easy upgrade. If you have the clearance, it’s a no brainer.

 

[GW.]

Something else to consider is larger can size doesn’t always equal more media. You’d have to cut them open and measure the media. Here is a great resource

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Thread 'Oil Filter Media Area Database'

Aug 15, 2025

I've been keeping track of media area measurements from oil filter C&Ps for filters with M20x1.5 threads. Most are from the Whip City Wrencher Youtube channel, and a few are from other sources. I've grouped them by FRAM equivalent filter sizes (7317, 3593A, 9688, and 6607), which mostly works well, but filter cross referencing isn't an exact science. I've also included one filter with a different thread size (3614) so that some different OEM filters could be represented.

For a given type of filter media, more media should result in less restriction and a higher holding capacity...

• twX
• Replies: 25
• Forum: Engine Oil Filters

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[martinq]

Something else to consider is larger can size doesn’t always equal more media. You’d have to cut them open and measure the media. Here is a great resource

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Thread 'Oil Filter Media Area Database'

Aug 15, 2025

I've been keeping track of media area measurements from oil filter C&Ps for filters with M20x1.5 threads. Most are from the Whip City Wrencher Youtube channel, and a few are from other sources. I've grouped them by FRAM equivalent filter sizes (7317, 3593A, 9688, and 6607), which mostly works well, but filter cross referencing isn't an exact science. I've also included one filter with a different thread size (3614) so that some different OEM filters could be represented.

For a given type of filter media, more media should result in less restriction and a higher holding capacity...

• twX
• Replies: 25
• Forum: Engine Oil Filters

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Thank you SO MUCH for posting this. I had heard about it a while back when looking for larger / quality filters for M20x1.5 applications (Honda, Nissan, etc). I can't believe I've missed out on that fantastic collection of data!

 

[Urshurak776]

The small 6607 can filter is fine, but the larger 7317 size is an easy upgrade. If you have the clearance, it’s a no brainer.

Agree, it won't hurt anything (same relief / bypass setting from what I can tell.) Interestingly, If you have a car that takes a 7317 size and go to a quicklube, about 99% chance you're driving out of there with a 6607 size filter on your car. A lot of those shops carry a limited amount of sizes, so 6607 would be the one they stock.