Use of Non Ford Oil Filters May Void Powertrain Warranty
8/9/07, 11:27 AM
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Use of Non Ford Oil Filters May Void Powertrain Warranty
Article #08-A-2007
Engine Damage / Non-Ford Oil Filters - All Model Years, All Vehicles
A review of warranty claims indicates that engine damage caused by defective non-Ford oil filters is being claimed under Ford warranty.
The check valves in some non-Ford filters disintegrate causing small rubber debris (frequently red color) to migrate into the engine's oil passages where they restrict flow. This restriction causes components (such as the variable cam timing phaser) to fail, and causes engine knocking / ticking /rattles.
Please reference:
Category: Powertrain – Engine
Do: Look for bits of rubber (frequently red color) when repairing damaged engines.
Don't: Submit a warranty claim for damage caused by defective non-Ford oil filters.
Engine Damage / Non-Ford Oil Filters - All Model Years, All Vehicles
A review of warranty claims indicates that engine damage caused by defective non-Ford oil filters is being claimed under Ford warranty. The check valves in some non-Ford filters disintegrate causing small rubber debris (frequently red color) to migrate into the engine's oil passages where they restrict flow. This restriction causes components (such as the variable cam timing phaser) to fail, and causes engine knocking / ticking /rattles.
Please reference:
- SSM #18921 (Published: 11/03/05)
- SSM #19642 (Published: 03/01/07)
- TSB #06-19-08
Category: Powertrain – Engine
Do: Look for bits of rubber (frequently red color) when repairing damaged engines.
Don't: Submit a warranty claim for damage caused by defective non-Ford oil filters.
8/9/07, 03:37 PM
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Every oil change I do is with a Motorcraft filter. I'm not taking chances with the possibility of a denied claim if I ever need to bring the car in for engine repairs. Those service messeges are a good reason to stick with the Motorcraft filter.
8/9/07, 03:58 PM
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I was recently a witness to this very thread. I have a friend who has a 5.4 in his F 150 and the filter failed, dealer was good about it in the end but made we switch back to Motor Craft filters as well as oil in the Mustang.
8/11/07, 11:44 AM
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Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or
another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
8/12/07, 12:21 AM
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Well fortunately nobody at a couple of the local dealerships have grumbled about my Ford Racing oil filter. Heck, up until recently one of the dealerships was installing my FRPP oil filters for me.
8/12/07, 08:28 AM
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8/12/07, 07:12 PM
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No, just that it must meet or exceed the Ford specs. The same for any replacement or service part on the car. It's actually illegal for an auto company to specify only their parts can be used unless they supply those parts free of charge.
If a non-Ford (Mototcraft) filter failed as stated in the first post, any damage claim would have to be filled against the filter manufacturer.
If a non-Ford (Mototcraft) filter failed as stated in the first post, any damage claim would have to be filled against the filter manufacturer.
8/13/07, 06:21 PM
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The first two years I had the car, I had the dealer change the oil since I wanted them to see my face other then when an issue came up. I know the Service Mgr and Sr Tech and he is the only one I have work on the car. They didn't have any problems with me bring my own oil (Mobil 1) - did use the Ford filter
8/18/07, 06:49 AM
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The ford racing filter does NOT filter as well as the Motorcraft. It is designed to maintain oil flow during racing condtions. For street use the Motorcraft is the better filter. Not to mention cheaper.
8/18/07, 06:54 AM
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VW acutally specs an oil for the TDI that cannot be obtained anywhere but the dealer for any cost effective way. The specs are published, no oil producer chooses to produce product and test to the specs. Therefore there is a market of one supplier. The dealer for $10 a quart. Perfectly legal.
Fortunatly for us, the Motorcraft filters are readily available at very cheap prices. Heck, I use Motorcraft filters on my Onan and Chevy mill in our motorhome. (yes they meet the AC Delco and Onan specs).
8/18/07, 09:09 AM
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Hmm... according to the information I've read the Ford Racing filter has 20 more filtering media pleats than the Motorcraft along with 25-inches of additional filtering media but it doesn't filter as well as the Motorcraft?
8/23/07, 05:03 PM
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