Honda 15400-RTA-003 Oil Filter Cut Open, Used Oil Filter Cut Open

[@Gebomartin215]

Where can I purchase this filter?

[@WhipCityWrencher]

I didn't buy this oil filter, but I'll pin your comment so that it sits on top, maybe someone knows where you can get them for a good price.

[@Gebomartin215]

@@WhipCityWrencher thanks!!

[@JaykeBlayde]

www.hondapartscheap.com www.hondapartsnow.com or your local Honda dealership

[@tariqbhatti6584]

You can buy these on EBay. Local Honda dealers have Honeywell brand.

[@JaykeBlayde]

@@tariqbhatti6584 buying any parts on eBay is not recommended as they can be counterfeit parts

[@nathanielcasas8923]

This version of the Honda filter is definitely better built than the A02 version

[@flyingjeff1984]

I was just shopping for this filter. Now made in USA. I think we can safely say, Fram.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

► Oil Filter Friday, watch a New Automotive oil filter inspection video every Friday on this KZbin Channel.

[@poolmotorrepairguyFL]

Jay the Florida pool pump motor repair guy. When Service Calls Longwood approved ! that was good info 2 see/know 👨‍🔧WCW

[@shanepipkin4041]

you should keep a record of all the filters you open up so it's easy to reference

[@69in89]

The -003 and A02 don't compare to the quality of the discontinued AO1 that's getting harder to find, but for an OEM filter it's sufficient. However, unless you're able to get a bulk lot where you can get them for under $7 each, there's better options out there for less.

[@faxmen09]

Yes when it comes to cost and what known about A02 efficiency there are many better options. The 01 even more rare now than the topic 003. Many Honda dealers want a ridiculous mark up on Honda OEM filters. Even above the ~$8.60 list price.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks for sharing!

[@faxmen09]

@@WhipCityWrencher Happy to provide the information.

[@TassieLorenzo]

I wonder what happened to the US Filtech facility? What filters do they make now (if any)?

[@kingjimmykingjimmy]

Those A01 filters were too large and didn’t flow that well compared to the A02 and 003.

[@Ram14250]

Felt end caps.... cheap filters. ... Quite frankly, I have never heard of anyone ruin their engine due to filter failure. I have done a lot of wrenching on the side.. it's not the filter. Usually those that have engine issues, never change their oil! Change your oil every 5,000 or less and no problems! Honda's regularly last 300k- 400k or more miles with no issues if maintained. I used Fram orange can filters all the time in the 1980's and 1990's. Cars all ran flawlessly well past 100K. People make too big a deal out of this. I'd rather buy a used vehicle off someone that regularly changed their oil every 5K than someone who bought a "Royal Purple $15 filter and Purple oil but only changed it every 10K because "it was expensive".... No thanks!

[@GT-mn3bx]

New clean oil is best. And I agree, I know people who used Fram on Toyotas in 1980- now with Regular oil and 3-5K changes and 300-400K engines. No problems.

[@Ram14250]

@@GT-mn3bx Agree! Those higher end filters are fine unless (maybe) you are working your vehicle near it's limits....But again... I've never seen issues with felt end caps/ cheaper filters.

[@freedomliberty7611]

Great job Pete

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thank You!

[@PRO4XKEV]

I like these videos.. Being a self oil changer myself, I enjoy all the info. Thanks.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thank You!👍😊

[@404notfound.....]

Pretty common filter but overall I would say it held up excellent. Was great of the viewer to send you a new and used for comparison. Excellent video whip! 👍🇨🇦

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Good Point 404! Thanks, Nelson!👍

[@ohiostate9156]

I have had the civic dealer serviced since new and am now at 80,000 miles using this filter. I go to 5,000 miles with it. No issues to report so far. They seem to hold up just fine

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks for Sharing👍

[@yiranjack]

I live in Canada. In here Honda dealer is selling this part number. It's made by Mahle in Japan.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks for Sharing👍

[@goodday126]

For the U.S. these are made by Mahle/Tennex now.

[@kimmillard9445]

I'll stick with the Purolator Boss PBL14610. When you have a 1.5L turbocharged direct-injection engine pumping out 190 hp, you try to give the engine any advantage it can get!!

[@drumtwo4seven]

Interesting... Those end caps being felt or whatever seems cheapo but the silicone anti drain back valve is of good quality. Not sure I'd go with OEM Honda this time. The filter just seems a bit low quality mostly because no metal end caps. Nice thick can good filter media so it seems. But those two particles one long price under the microscope showed filter attached to it... Maybe falling apart due to low quality. Just a couple things stood out I'd go with Fram ULTRA SYNTHETIC. Good review. Nice to see a used filter as compared to itself in brand new condition. Pretty cool 👍

[@toniviudez6371]

I think that even they're OEM, they look cheap and weak. I had the oil changed by the dealership and last time I did it myself buying also OEM. After this video, definitely I will buy a better quality filter (Mobil1, K&N, FRAM or other brand) even it is a little bit more expensive. Thanks for the video.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

You're Welcome👍

[@kristianhermann5971]

Awesome reviews - love the detailed analysis with the microscope

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thank You😊👍

[@patriley9449]

I use Honda filters purchased from the dealer because my car is still on warranty. Will change to WIX after.

[@faxmen09]

While I understand your caution about using OEM under warranty, I've owned several new Hondas since mid 90s and aftermarket filters basically my go to. Purolator, Napa Gold/(Wix) and Bosch Premium filters. As long as the filter is the correct application, all good to go and maintain warranty.

[@bradleypetersen241]

I like it. It doesn't have glue

[@kristianhermann5971]

Interesting design integrating the bypass valve with the bottom spring - I suppose the fiber end caps necessitate that - only risk might be some leakage btw the fiber base and the spring - or at the top btw the fiber top and ADBV - otherwise solid

[@adkfoothills1973]

Thanks for the video, Pete. Looks like the filter held up pretty good and I like the metal core with holes. Too bad they don't publish the efficiency rating for the filter media.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Yep, a micron rating would be nice.

[@ChicagoRob2]

Good quality

[@nighthawkj30A4]

I prefer this 003 vs A01 used to see a few A01 the A02 is good as well but Honda Mahle is best so far. A01 where made by Toki Royo

[@kbeg132]

Awesome video as always! Looks like a solid filter. Reminds me of the blue can Subaru OEM filter. Pleats look like they held up well.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks, K Beg!

[@FMichael1970]

I must be honest in saying that this Honda OEM from Japan does not appear to be any different that what we see here with the Honda OEM made in 'Murica (by Fram)...

[@bigjim5551212]

Surprised about the felt end caps. Time for Purolator or wix

[@scottrussell6717]

Felt end caps makes it mostly like frams

[@drYUA]

Perfect, thanks

[@WhipCityWrencher]

You're Welcome👍

[@SimpleTastyFood2024]

Another great video and review. So nice of Nelson! TFS Pete. Merri :)

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Hi Merri, Thank You!

[@dannyzamudio1252]

@@WhipCityWrencher whats your go to oil filter?

[@WhipCityWrencher]

@@dannyzamudio1252 I use a few different ones, I like the Fram Titanium, Fram Ultra, and Purolator Boss, there are others that are good but those are my favorites. On my next oil change, I'll be trying out a Fleetguard 3487 for a year and see how that one does.

[@dannyzamudio1252]

@@WhipCityWrencher awesome thank u

[@pauda0132]

Acura rdx 2021 i use the honda oil filter 002 and now change dor fram titanium i think is burning oil , are think that is possible?

[@faxmen09]

The made in Japan 003 Honda oil is not the OEM oil filter most commonly sold in the US by dealers. In fact, they are rather difficult to find now. The Fram made A02 is much more common, found at most dealers. 003 looks fine, but as it's an OEM filter, you're not going to find any published efficiency info. If it's like the A02 which was ISO tested, it's not very efficient. Thanks for the video.

[@jeffkortsch8276]

Subaru does something similar. The Japanese-built vehicles come from the factory with Tokyo Roki filters but for some of them, the filter from the dealer looks like a blue Fram filter.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks for the info!

[@faxmen09]

@@WhipCityWrencher You're welcome, Whip.

[@save16thave]

@@jeffkortsch8276 Same with my 2012 Mazda. For the first 100,000 miles I used only factory filters from the dealer. The first few years the dealer stocked the Tokyo Roki. Then they switched to a white filter that just said Mazda on it and looked just like a Purolator. After the extended warranty was up at 100,000 miles I just started using STP or SuperTech filters. It's still running strong today with almost 145,000 miles.

[@jeffkortsch8276]

@@save16thave Using good quality filters that are applicable to the vehicle is always a good idea. The OEM filter is often not the best filter available.

[@Gary7even]

The cardboard endcaps on this filter look to be of better quality and design than found on the Champion E-core filters like SuperTech.

[@PapiDoesIt]

I refuse to buy a filter with cardboard end caps. If enough of us refuse, they'll quit selling them.

[@TassieLorenzo]

@@PapiDoesIt Toyota Denso oil filters mostly have no end caps at all -- does it really matter? The ends are just glued together on most of those OEM Toyota filters (be they the cannister or cartridge style ones).

[@Resistculturaldecline]

End caps material doesn't matter. They only serve to maintain pleat spacing.

[@kristianhermann5971]

​​@@ResistculturaldeclineAnd to provide a seal to prevent unfiltered oil from short-circuiting past the media - that's the concern

[@Resistculturaldecline]

@@kristianhermann5971 Anti-drainback diagram and center tube prevents that.

[@LucasEHonda]

A01 Made by Filtech A02 Made by Honeywell(FRAM) 003 Made by MAHLE The 003 claims to be made in Japan and seems to be slightly better than the A02 from FRAM USA.

[@faxmen09]

A02 hasn't been made by Honeywell/Fram since 2011. Still made by Fram, but owner now is First Brands. That even though many Honda OEM listings still erroneously say Honeywell. 003 by Mahle-Tennex.

[@averyalexander2303]

I think the 003 looks a little nicer than the A02 as well. I like the thicker can and fully metal bypass valve. It also just looks a little higher quality and cleaner. I'd be interested to see how the filtration efficiencies and flow rates compare, of course that's what really matters.

[@H2VPROEternal]

Oil filter it read "MAHLE TENNEX CORPORATION" meaning its by MAHLE JAPAN DIVISION. MAHLE brand is German. 15400-PLC-004/15400-PLM-A02 is made by Honeywell/FRAM. 15400-RTA-003 looks to be MAHLE The following look identical to Filtech A01 filters. 1.) ATM 2-OHD004 at NAPA autoparts made by fullfilter 2.) MAHLE Original OC 707 3.) Beck/Arnley 041-0812 made in korea 4.) Motadin Brand 15400-PLM-A01 Racing Honda/Acura Filters: (People with Tune or Turbo Engines) Not needed for regular driving lol 1,) HAMP Synergy Oil Filter H1540-RTA-003 2.) BLITZ 18706 Oil Filter 3.) GReddy TRUST Oil Filter 4.) HKS 52009-AK005 Oil Filter

[@PapiDoesIt]

Utter garbage! I'm glad I started watching your videos, because I learned that the Walmart filter is far superior to the Honda factory one. We have 5 Hondas in our family and they all take the same filter, so we bought all the Super Techs from 2 stores! For a little more than 3 bucks each we get metal end caps.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks for sharing!

[@oswaldgobblepot]

I heard all hondas use the same oil filter? can I use this exact filter on my 2010 honda pilot?

[@WhipCityWrencher]

I would need to know more info on your vehicle but it looks like the Honda 15400-PLM-A02 is the one you want. Here's a link: www.amazon.com/Genuine-Honda-15400-PLM-A02-Honeywell-Filter/dp/B00BFDFJA2/ref=sr_1_3?qid=1683718899&s=automotive&sr=1-3&vehicle=2010-59-758------------3&vehicleName=2010+Honda+Pilot

[@oswaldgobblepot]

@Whip City Wrencher hey thanks for the reply. I think I should be fine using the rta 003 on my pilot.

[@jdigitalseven7]

3000 mile oil changes are a thing of the past as much as junking a car at 100K miles is.

[@valiantone395]

The 1.5 turbo dilutes the oil with the fuel and by 3000 miles it should be changed because 3% of fuel or more is not good

[@WhipCityWrencher]

True 5,000 miles is probably a good OCI. But an oil analysis on these turbo engines would be a good idea.

[@Resistculturaldecline]

3000 mile OCI was outdated for quite many years, but with some engine component changes in the last several years, the 3k-5k is coming back into relevance.

[@ginog5037]

The oil package starts breaking down at 1200 miles. 3k is the max still, especially with turbo and GDI engines.

[@stans5270]

To the untrained eye, both filters look the same. As a mechanic of over 40 years, the NEW oil filter is actually much better than the old one. I only buy NEW oil filters.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Actually, they are the same I should have made that clearer in the video.

[@faxmen09]

Well, I would hope you're not buying used filters.😛

[@faxmen09]

@@WhipCityWrencher IDK, it was pretty clear to me. (shrug emoji)

[@LoveLikeaHurricane]

Napa supposedly has a honda filter Full-Altrom part # 2OHD004

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks, I opened a different size Altrom oil filter 2 years ago, here's a link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4aXl5KFr7eGjdk&ab_channel=WhipCityWrencher

[@markwarnberg9504]

It is a FRAM EXTRA GAURD FILTER.

[@tomr3319]

debris is from cutting open the can

[@dwheeler016]

It seems Honda cut corners by using fiber endcaps and no synthetic filter media?

[@faxmen09]

I don't know of even one vehicle OEM oil filter that uses full synthetic media. Want that, have to buy one of the aftermarket options. Fram makes other OEM oil filters with fiber endcaps for other makes including Subaru. Toyota Denso OEM oil filters have no endcaps, cellulose based media.

[@GainingDespair]

Shame no date code, from everything I've heard about these they stopped production in Japan about 2 years ago. Was hoping to see if that was true, but no date, I believe their only made in China, Mexico, and the US now.

[@Jahalang82]

Hmmm still makes me wonder if Honeywell is still making these?

[@faxmen09]

Honeywell hasn't owned Fram since 2011, so they haven't been making them (Honda Oem). However, Fram still makes the much more commonly sold A02 Honda OEM oil filter.

[@BamaTidefan1967]

The filter can says Mahle who makes many different types of filters among other automotive parts.

[@daewooparts]

@@BamaTidefan1967 ,Mahle has filter plants in Japan, S Korea & other Asian countries producing filters for OEM's

[@caliber8]

Fram is contracted for the American Filters …… im Not sure if Hamp (that was a Honda Company) that makes the japan ones was bought by Mahle or something …….. but Hiiiiii , im NELSON :3 i sent him these and work @ Honda

[@scottymoondogjakubin4766]

Seeing any filter with felt end caps makes me cringe ! a better upgrade would be a fram ultra synthetic !

[@dylanclay2741]

Felt end caps have been used for decades . Some filters don't even have endcaps, the media is more important

[@Ram14250]

Change your oil every 5,000 or less and no problems! People make too big a deal out of this.

[@scottymoondogjakubin4766]

@@dylanclay2741 as long as any felt does not end up in any passageway ! Modern engines have tighter tolerances - and more passageways some as small as 100th of an inch ! Unlike engines of yor !

[@dylanclay2741]

@@scottymoondogjakubin4766 my f150 has used fram extra guard since new. 325k miles oil changed every 5k miles and never had a problem. Changing your oil regularly is most important

[@scottymoondogjakubin4766]

@@dylanclay2741 maybe im a little paranoid after seeing a motor teardown on a vw engine with destoyed timing chains ! the hydraulic chain tensioner oil passageways were clogged with oil filter media ! The oil filter was an orange can of death "fram" !

[@edm1718]

Terrible. You pay a king's ransom for a true Honda filter, and you don't get two metal end caps. Honda once stood for quality. Now a 3 dollar Walmart filter kicks it's ass........

[@TassieLorenzo]

If you have an older Honda (up to the year 2000, so H series, F series, B series, D series) you can use the larger S2000 filter which still has metal endcaps. That filter is the same larger size that the Honda oil filter used to be. The part number is 15400-PCX-306. 🙂

[@SlikLizrd]

Our newly-aquired Acura MDX takes the 15400 -***-*** oil filter, which is SCARY-small, and requires a leap of faith in order to install on the 300-HP, V-6 engine. It's MUCH smaller than the filter for the 95 MERC's V-8 engine. Whip City Wrencher's thorough inspection shows NO Micron Rating, which is a "NO-GO" for me. Fiber End Caps !?? No problem. All that fuss is exaggerated, in my view. The Gasket design is odd -- but less likely to "stick" on the engine. I prefer the common style that's found on most other filters. Cannister is thicker than most, but no "Burst Pressure" is given. Metal core with well-spaced holes for balanced internal pressure is good. Old-style By-Pass Valve adds to the cost of manufacture. Been running the Bosch Premium oil filter in the famous 95 MERC for about 12 years, with excellent results and no problems -- so I installed a Bosch Premium # 3323 on the Acura. The 15400-***-*** may be a very good filter, but with no Micron Rating info available, it ain't going on my vehicle. Hats off to Whip City Wrencher for bringing us the "inside" info on these oil filters -- especially his exclusive "Microscopic View" -- Those other dudes just can't cut it. www.mercuryforum.com/forum/grand-marquis-14/1995-grand-marquis-restoration-8937/

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thank You, Chuck!

[@SlikLizrd]

@@WhipCityWrencher You are most welcome, sir -- and Thank YOU for all your work that brings your fans back to the best Oil Filter Inspection site in the business. But hey, it's Taco Tuesday, and I'm going down to the corner and get me a couple of Fish Tacos -- see ya later !

[@WhipCityWrencher]

@@SlikLizrd LOL 🐟 enjoy your Taco's😊

[@jeffkortsch8276]

"in my view" "I prefer" Ok for him but try having your own preference that isn't backed by the Fram website......

[@SlikLizrd]

@@jeffkortsch8276 I see that you're still flailing away with the inane gossip -- like a petulant little girl. I'll bet your name is really "Jenny". It's a shame to see you stinking up Whip City Wrencher's website with your childish remarks, but there ain't nothing I can do to prevent your anti-social nonsense. But I can laugh like hell at your ignorance !! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA !

[@johnsilver7150]

Disappointed in Honda filter, looks like a FRAM.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Yep, Fram made for sure.

[@toniviudez6371]

@@WhipCityWrencher I have seen some videos where they test different FRAM oil filters and some of them look very good such us FRAM synthetic endurance.

[@stephenmartinez1]

A late model car with an advanced oil monitoring system, using high-grade oil, just to forgo all of it and dump the oil at only 3,000 miles? I don’t understand the logic. This is not 1960. The oil life monitor exists both so people don’t dump oil when it still has nearly 70% of its life left, and also to remind people who aren’t knowledgeable that it’s time to change it.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

Thanks! But check out the video I posted today 10-17-23, and you'll think twice about using an oil life monitor as your only source of when you should change your oil.

[@stephenmartinez1]

@@WhipCityWrencher my 2011 dodge avenger I’ve almost entirely relied on its oil life monitor the entire time I’ve owned it; which is since it was brand new. It’s up to 240k miles now. It’s alerted me as soon as 4k miles, and as late as 8k miles.

[@WhipCityWrencher]

@@stephenmartinez1 I'm just saying you can't always go by the oil life monitor. Did you see the video I posted yesterday? He went by the oil life monitor also and the oil looked terrible. I'm glad yours works for you.

[@stephenmartinez1]

@@WhipCityWrencher I do somewhat agree. I’ve noticed that conventional oil visibly degrades at around 7k miles, and my engine is a regular one. I wouldn’t use conventional oil on turbocharged.

[@FrankDAgostino77]

The Honda 1.5 turbo is very hard on oil. The biggest problem is fuel leaking past the piston rings and diluting the oil. The first time I changed the oil in my Accord (same engine) I drained a quart more than the published oil capacity, and that was with an OCI just under 5,000 miles. I wouldn't recommend going over 5,000 miles OCI with this engine.

[@moshet842]

This doesn't look that different from the Fram low-quality trash Honda sells in the U.S. The Super Tech brand from Walmart has better build quality.

[@nathanielcasas8923]

I just purchased 8 of these bad boys it’s definitely the best oem Honda filter you can buy higher quality than that piece of crap fram made filter

[@tomg6284]

Cheeeep honda filter. Fram with blue paint. No way i would buy that crap.

[@TassieLorenzo]

This one is made by Mahle (15400-RTA-003, made in Japan) not Fram (15400-PLM-A02, made in USA or Canada). It meets the specs, comes from a reputable manufacturer (Mahle) and is fitted to most brand new Japanese-made Honda cars on the production line -- there is no reason to hesitate in using it. 🙂