Engine Oil Filter Adapter - Mopar (68596317AB)
- MSRP: $280.00
- Discount: $95.20 (34% off)
- Sale Price: $184.80
Details
- Brand:
- SKU:
68596317AB
- Other Names:
Adapter
- Description:
Important 2014 new part number. This oil filter housing does NOT include the sensors.
Mopar part number 68596317AB is a genuine Mopar Engine Oil Filter Adapter / Oil Filter Housing Assembly used primarily on Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles equipped with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 and some 3.0L V6 engines. It is the updated replacement version for several older housing assemblies that were known for cracking and leaking over time.
Main Function
This assembly serves multiple purposes in the engine:
- Holds the cartridge-style oil filter
- Routes engine oil through internal oil passages
- Contains the integrated engine oil cooler
- Mounts several engine sensors (depending on application)
- Connects coolant and oil systems for temperature regulation
The housing sits in the valley of the engine beneath the intake manifold.
Common Applications
This part is commonly found on:
- Jeep Wrangler JK
- Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Ram 1500
- Dodge Charger
- Dodge Challenger
- Chrysler 300
- Dodge Durango
- Jeep Cherokee
Typically for model years approximately 2014–2024 with the 3.6L Pentastar engine.
Important Notes About This Part
- This is an updated/revised design replacing older part numbers:
- 68105583AA through AG
- 68310865AA through AF
- 68365925AA through AD
- 68596317AA
- Most listings state:
- Sensors are NOT included
- Some versions also do not include seals/gaskets
- Recommended seal kit:
- Mopar gasket/seal part number 68191356AB
Common Failure Symptoms
These Pentastar oil filter housings are extremely common failure points. Symptoms include:
- Oil leaking into the engine valley
- Oil smell or burning oil
- Coolant mixing concerns
- Oil pooling on transmission bellhousing
- Low oil level warnings
- Cracked plastic housing
- Faulty oil pressure readings from sensor leakage
- Replaces:
68105583aa, 68105583ab, 68105583ac, 68105583ad, 68105583ae, 68105583af, 68105583ag, 68310865aa, 68310865ab, 68310865ac, 68310865af, 68365925aa, 68365925ab, 68365925ac, 68365925ad, 68596317aa
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