Oil filter can I use a different number filter than recommended?
JESSICA MERTENS
MEMBER
2013 ACURA TL
3.5L
V6
2WD
AUTOMATIC
120,000 MILES
If my car needs a 7317 Fram oil filter and I accidentally bought a 6607. It fits but is half as long. Will it work?
Wednesday, December 27th, 2023 AT 7:09 PM
1 Reply
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
MECHANIC
109,747 POSTS
Hi Jessica,
If it fits and isn't leaking, it should be okay. However, the larger filter is used to help cool the engine oil a little more and provide more filtration.
Let me know if that helps or if you have other questions.