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Last reviewed August 3, 2026
TL;DR No independent SAE J1858 multi-pass test data · the 80% at 20-micron claim cites no test method; silicone ADBV confirmed from manufacturer disclosure but no independent cut-open has been located.
Spin-on canister with cellulose-synthetic blend media, silicone ADBV, and M22-1.50 metric thread · genuine Ford OEM replacement for 300+ Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications from 2009-2026, including most gasoline engines in the F-150 2011-2026. It does NOT fit the 2.7L EcoBoost, which uses a cartridge element (Motorcraft FL-2062) in a top-mount housing rather than a spin-on canister. The manufacturer claims 80% efficiency at 20 microns but cites no test standard. Construction is unverified by independent cut-open; the broad owner base reports no pattern of failure. Service interval is implied, not explicitly stated.
Right pick for Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury owners doing standard oil changes who want the genuine OEM part · confirmed M22-1.50 fitment and zero community fitment issues reported by a large owner base. Skip if independent SAE J1858 data is required or if you run an extended-drain program; the cellulose-synthetic blend media is not rated for long-drain use.
Passive spin-on filter · no SDS, no chemical exposure pathway from the filter itself. Spent filters contain residual motor oil, a hazardous waste in most US jurisdictions; drained filters are accepted at most automotive parts stores. The steel canister is recyclable as ferrous scrap after draining.
The FL-500-S covers 300+ application lines across Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles from 2009-2026, including the F-150 (2011-2026, but NOT the 2.7L EcoBoost, which takes the cartridge FL-2062, and not the 3.0L Power Stroke diesel, which takes the cartridge FL-2081), Expedition (2015-2026), Explorer (2011-2026), Mustang (2011-2025), Edge (2009-2018), and Lincoln Navigator (2015-2026). It uses an M22-1.50 metric thread, which is different from the FL-820S (3/4-16 thread for the older platform). Always verify fitment against your specific year, make, model, and engine using Ford's application guide before installation.
No. The 80% at 20-micron efficiency figure appears in the product description but cites no test method · not SAE J1858, not ISO 16889, not even a manufacturer-internal standard. Without a cited test method, this is marketing copy rather than verifiable evidence. No independent multi-pass filtration test data has been published for the FL-500-S.
Yes. Motorcraft states that the FL-500-S uses a silicone anti-drain-back valve. Silicone is more heat- and cold-resistant than standard nitrile rubber, which matters for cold-start performance. This is confirmed from the manufacturer's product description: 'anti-drain back valves made of silicone provide greater cold/heat resistance.' No independent cut-open review has been located to verify ADBV construction beyond the manufacturer's disclosure.
No specific mileage rating is stated on the FL-500-S product page. Ford's standard OEM service guidance for most listed applications is 5,000-7,500 miles depending on driving conditions, oil type, and vehicle model. The FL-500-S uses cellulose-synthetic blend media, which is not marketed or rated for extended drain intervals (10,000+ miles); follow Ford's guidance for your specific vehicle.
Amazon displays a Proposition 65 warning for the FL-500-S (confirmed in the product listing). This warning is standard for automotive steel components sold in California and relates to metal content (such as steel, lead-containing coatings, or trace metals in manufacturing), not to any chemical hazard from using the filter in normal service. The filter has no chemical exposure pathway in normal use.
The Amazon listing for Motorcraft FL-500-S Engine Oil Filter carries a California Prop 65 warning. California requires this warning on a very wide range of manufactured goods — including rubber, vinyl, plastic, and metal automotive parts — whenever trace exposure to any of roughly 900 listed substances (commonly phthalates or heavy metals) is possible, regardless of whether the specific product poses a meaningful health risk. As a passive accessory, Motorcraft FL-500-S Engine Oil Filter has no Safety Data Sheet, so there's no chemistry breakdown to translate beyond that.
Marketing copy from Motorcraft, via Amazon. Not editorial.
Per manufacturer cross-reference, not a physical test fit. A single generation often forks by engine, trim, and market.
Check this against your owner's manual before you buy
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