Technical Bulletins

The following technical service bulletins are by the Filter Manufacturers Council. All documents are in PDF format, and require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view.

Lube Filters

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Automotive Gasoline Engine Oil & Oil Filter Service Intervals

Extended Oil Drain Intervals

ISO Updates to Multi-pass Oil Filter Test Procedures

The Micron Rating for Media in Fluid Filters

New Generation Cartridge Style Oil Filters

Over Pressurized Lube Oil Filters

Spin-On Filter Threads

Universal Oil Filter Installation Symbols

Cartridge Oil Filter Installation Tips

Fuel Filters
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Diesel Fuel Contamination and Fuel Filter Plugging

Passenger Car and Light Truck Fuel Filters

Solving Winter Diesel Fuel / Fuel Filter Problems

Suction / Vacuum Side Fuel Filters

Air Filters
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Air Filter Micron Rating v. Life and Efficiency Ratings

Changing of Heavy Duty Air Filter Elements for Re-Use and Remanufacturing Elements

Inner Air Elements Their Purpose and Function

Introduction to Cabin Air Filters Their Purpose, Design and Function

Radial Seal Air Filter Design

Servicing Heavy-Duty Air Filter Elements

Transmission
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Automatic Transmission Filter O-Rings and Lip Seals

Hydraulic Filter Performance Criteria

Hydraulic Filtration and Contamination

Hydraulic Systems

Non Serviceable Transmission Filters

Transmission Fluid Evacuation Service

Transmission Pan Gaskets and Installation Procedures

Miscellaneous
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Compression Gaskets: Their Function, Styles & Installation

Coolant Leaks into Engine Oil

Crankcase Ventilation Filtration Systems for Diesel Engines

Diagnosing Engine Oil Filters With Collapsed Center Tubes

Diagnosing Hydraulic Filters with Collapsed Center Tubes

Filter Cross Referencing and Interchangeability

Filtration Media

Gasket Displacement

The Impact of Dents on Canister Filters

Incorrect Flow Direction

Light Duty Diesel Engine Service

Low Oil Pressure Problem

Management of Used Oil Filters

Manufacturers' Warranty

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)

Automotive Oil Changes Intervals: Severe vs. Normal Driving