FRAM Ultra Synthetic XG7317 Oil Filter

FRAM and retailer spec pages state a 99%+ filtration efficiency figure, but no test method of any kind is cited, not SAE J1858, not ISO 16889, and not a named proprietary standard. Treat the number as a manufacturer marketing claim rather than independently verified evidence until FRAM publishes a cited test method.

Yes, a silicone anti-drain-back valve (ADBV), per the manufacturer spec. Most independent BITOG forum cut-open threads for the XG7317 confirm the ADBV is pliable and functioning. Separately, two independent BITOG threads document an ADBV becoming dislodged during use elsewhere in the FRAM Ultra Synthetic product line, with one report describing resulting engine damage; those threads do not confirm which specific part number or generation was involved. This is a real but isolated and imprecisely attributed reliability signal, not a widespread pattern across the many cut-open threads for this part specifically.

FRAM states a 20,000-mile service interval, the top of the category range. Community cut-open evidence is mixed: some high-mileage cut-opens look sound, but at least one independent cut-open at a materially lower mileage reported the filter media as wavy and prone to tearing. Extended-drain scoring reflects that mixed picture rather than a clean confirmation at the full stated interval.

9-15 PSI, a figure disclosed by the manufacturer and cross-corroborated across two independent retailer parts-specification databases. Burst pressure is separately listed at 350 PSI.

A published parts cross-reference chart lists the FRAM Ultra Synthetic XG7317 as the cross for the 15400-PLM-A02 / 15400-RTA-003 OE part number family, both on the same M20 x 1.5 spin-on thread and application. This is a thread and application match, not a claim that FRAM's internal filter media is identical to the OE part. Always confirm the exact OE part number for a specific engine before ordering.