To Upgrade or Not To Upgrade your 2011-2013 3.6 oil filter housing/cooler. 

Just the information I needed. Since I have to change the part because of a coolant leak, now I know it's time to upgrade!

This guy's channel is complete with regard to details , the best i have viewed. Thank you

I feel like it should be mentioned that the late-model is prone to failure due to its plastic construction just like the older one. The cast aluminum, Dorman-made after market is the only choice for not having to do this replacement ever again. Since it is shaped like the late-model plastic it should slide right into the older engine as well.

I did this exact same swap on a family member's 3.6 equipped vehicle. I made a nice, bright orange, laminated sign and fastened it under the hood alerting the next tech of the superseded part. A professional courtesy, if you will. As always, great video. Thanks for taking the time to post it.

Great video. Good news, the new coolers are all aluminum and come with the gasket set. And sensors already installed for 80 bucks.

I had the tower bypass valve fail on my 2011 canavan- went to the new one and it's been great the last 2 years. Made a big tag for the filter cap just in case. Thanks for the videos!!

Definitely the clearest, most concise and well spoken host on any of the Automotive related channels not only RU-vid but also that includes the high end speakers from commercial equipment and technical training course instructors I have viewed and sat in on over the past 45 some odd years. A++ "Right Tech!" PS some folks may recognise the last phrase.🔧🔧

Your an excellent instructor. Thank you for your very informative advice and visual tutorials. Your a very smart guy and thousands of people appreciate your help.

David, such a great video and the points you make were great. Mine is a 2014 3.6. I went with the Dorman aluminum housing. I hope that will eliminate the future issues. thank you.

The best part of this video is that people with 2014 and newer wranglers that have these oil filter housings failing to the point the mopar and all of the aftermarket manufacturers are back ordered 6+ months 40k units. Can see that instead of making 6 months worth of car payments for a vehicle you cant drive. you can simply install one of the older housings for $100 and be on the road. Thanks for the video and comparisons.

Good video. The one thing everyone making this video never talks about is the valve that's part of the filter. The bypass valve pushes on the filter valve keeping the bypass closed. When you buy a new filter for the 2011 through 2013 this shutoff valve should come with the new filter. If you install a new filter without the shutoff valve in the new filter the bypass can't function properly. Some retailers sell mopar and off brand filters without the shutoff valve in the filter. If you get a new filter without the shutoff valve just take the one from your old filter and put it in the new one. That is if you don't break it or if it even has one from the last oil change. I normally get a wix filter, the shutoff valve is included. There are retailers that sell mopar filters without the shutoff valve. That's how they get them at a discount. If you pay to get you oil changed you never know if that valve came with your new filter. Byer be ware. Nothing will happen, you just won't be filtering any oil. The bypass can't function properly.

Got quoted close 1000 to get this work done. Found the part on Amazon for 96 dollars. Only had to buy an E8 torx and I’m good to go.

Great advice on the oil change service reminder. I removed and replaced my oil filter housing on my 2013 JK about two months and elected to keep it the same year model part for the reason you mentioned at the end of the video. Even though I change the oil myself, I felt it was the best route to take in the long run. Also, I have a money-saving tip, when I went to my local Jeep dealer to purchase the part, I asked them to match an Internet price I showed them on my mobile device and they came down in price enough that I purchased the part from the dealer at $220. Thanks, MotorCity for another great video!

I absolutely put my o-ring in the wrong location on my 2016. Took about 3 months for the leak to develop, but lo and behold it did. Your video is absolutely fantastic for showing me exactly what I did wrong! Thank you!

I had to change my 2014 because of the oil leak problem I used your video on how to do that I ordered mine from either eBay or Amazon I had a problem getting it to seat I had to push extremely hard but it has worked so far no issue

Thanks for all your great videos..My bypass valve finally broke off after 145,000 mi and I remembered from one of your previous videos you were working with Dorman to make a replacement. Bought one for about $25 and you saved me several hundred dollars and no down time.

We have a late 2013 Durango and it has the 2014 style housing. We purchased the vehicle at 20K. miles and nobody had done maintenance to it. The very first time we had the oil changed, the "tech" managed to get that 2013 style filter in there and wouldn't you know it...Wife drives off and instantly it goes into limp mode...so yes, where there is a will, there is a way.

Hard to see anyone changing their own oil filter housing and than having another person change oil for them. I think that is not a factor. Definitely want to communicate this to any potential new owners. Great video.. Im pondering upgrading unit now. Thank you.

Me and my brother just did this to my 13 challenger and when we got to the oil filter part we were thinking we had to take it all apart again and order the correct year part.. you saved us so much agony thanks for clarifying in great detail. You’re awesome !

Just a note. They didn't eliminate the bypass valve. It is in the filter cap in the new version. They can also break but it's not as common. I think it's a cold weather problem!

Id really like to see a complete rebuild tutorial on the 3.6 pentastar. that would be super cool.

Finally someone who's not blowing smoke. Thank you I'm now subscribed.

just the video I needed. I'm replacing mine in our VW Routan and ordered the newer aluminum housing. Didn't know there was a difference and worried I had to send it back. Now I can continue. Not worried about oil changes since I do them myself.

I've got a 2013 and I did a oil change and filter didn't fit right but I got it on then a code p06dd came on.Your video shows the difference in oil filter covers.thank you, I'm going to change filters and hope it's not broken.Your video was very helpful. You guys ROCK!!! Keep up the good work!!!!!

Hey David, just wanted to say you are extremely talented on all levels. 👍🏼

MYSTERY SOLVED!! The problem was definitely the OSIAS part being mis -designed/engineered/manufactured. We purchased a 2014 Mopar Oil Filter Housing (for our 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan) yesterday and just installed it. Runs like a gem! DEFINITELY recommend the upgrade; it sav ed us $100, and I'd recommend the Mopar as the manufacturer. THANK YOU, MOTORCITY MECHANIC FOR THE RECOMMENDATION!!

Glad I saw this in time, I'm doing the same job on my 2013 wrangler. Dealership wants $430 for mine. The oil leak was deceiving though, it looked like a rear main seal leaking, after getting to the last 2 bolts on the transmission I realized the oil was dumping into the wire harness, in through the starter then out the rubber plugs at the bottom of the bell housing.

You can write on the cap "2014 filter" with a white ink marker for that 2011, then any new owner to that vehicle will know. Most mechanics will figure it out and prevent forcing a filter not designed for that housing. Mostly diy's will make this mistake as a lot of car owners like to change their own oil. I think. lol

Clear and concise... Thanks also to Eric O for referring me to your channel. Great subject matter, cheers....

Massive Help!! actually converting backwards from a 2014 to a 2013 filter housing due to there being a shortage of the 2014 housings and having a vehicle out of commission for months is not an option. Thank you for putting this video together, i could not find this information anywhere

Thank you for letting us know that the parts are compatible this was in the back of my head for a long time, every time I change my oil filter I was afraid the part would break, and now I know I can replace it for a non defective option. Thanks

Baxter Performance makes a check valve to prevent dry starts which are killing these engines. It accepts a spin on filter. It’s a must.

at 2:44 - The bypass valve is also pricey when it shoots off and become several pieces.

Dave I'm glad you brought that point up about the newer oil filter I had one on Saturday & when I pulled the old filter out it looked like the new style filter. Now it makes sence,,, I kind of thought that's what had happened ! Thank's Dave !

just did my oil filter assembly a few days ago, wish i woulda seen this vid! great vid by the way! very detailed and helpful tips!

My best update was get rid of my 13 year wrangler and got my self an Acura MDX 2022 after been tiered of fixing oil and coolant leaks and replaced transmission at 36,000 miles Good luck with jeeps.

My god! You are a passionate guy who care about all details . AAA video. I’m 30 Y.O. Experience mecanic guy here!

This is VERY helpful information. I own a 2013 Charger with the 3.6L. I have 171,500 km+ (106,500 miles) on my vehicle and have changed the oil AND filter every 7,000 km. (4,350 miles) You have alerted me to a potential problem - Thank You.

OMG....i so wish I had seem this video before Wednesday....i just installed a new oil cooler on my 2012 Chrysler town and country.

Exellent video! One thing I would do if I changed a filter assembly out is that I would make a large sticker and place it by the filter. I would give the new filter number to use on the sticker stating that the filter housing has been updated.

My 2013 RAM had the plastic one and I had change it because it was warped. The aluminum upgrade worked out great. The only difference now is the oil filter looks like the one for the 2014.

I don't plan to update my Jeep. But I do appreciate the education.

Great video. You literally solved a problem I thought I had. I installed an aluminum housing by Dorman onto my ‘13 300. I found out that the filter was different fortunately the new housing came with a filter. I will make sure I mark the cap to show it takes a ‘14 filter. Another difference I found is that the Dorman looks like your new housing but mine did not drop straight down into place like yours did. I had to start about 4” to the rear and drop the front of the housing in first before moving the housing forward into place. The new angle we’re hitting the intake opening stopping it from dropping straight down. Got it installed and seems to be working fine. Btw I found it on Amazon for $104.

I just replaced the oil filter relief valve today. I noticed that the last time I changed the oil, the valve was damaged. I happened upon this video when I was researching what the broken piece I found was and how to repair it. I drove to Florida and back (3600 mile trip) with the broken piece in there. (I had already deduced it was going to be okay until the next oil change, so I decided to wait until next oil change, which happened to be 1 month away). I snapped in the new valve into the stem. Well, part of the stem cracked. I went ahead and installed the new valve anyways. 3 of the 4 snaps engaged the stem and the valve is securely in place. It is something I need to keep an eye on when I do my future oil changes. I really don't like the thought of replacing the oil filter housing. I have a 2013 T/C and now when I send my wife to the store, I'm assured I'll get the correct oil filter. If (when) the time occurs when I need to replace the oil filter housing, I will weigh the options and use the best housing I can. Having a numbers correct filter is excellent, but having a financially viable option is also tempting. I'll face that problem when I get there. My 13 Town and Country has 168k miles on it.

I have 2011 charger 3.6 and i did the upgrade , but the oil pressure go over 650 psi and stay there even if the car in idle or befor starting engine , i don't know whay *,* !!! , thanks for amazing work u doing you're the best .

I wish I had know that these could be updated. I finally got around to replacing mine last summer after getting called out for leaving an oil spot on my sister-in-law's driveway.

I just picked up an aluminum oil filter, adapter for my 2020 ram 1500. Going to be installing this in a couple of weeks.

Just my two cents worth of information on the oil filter/cooler. Mine started leaking like most do !, the problem i see on them is the bad type of rubber on the O rings, I see the new one you have has different O rings, this could be a better oil resistant nitrial or butal rubber than what was used on older models. The oil filter unit wasn't bad it self, just bad O rings, They get hard from the constant heating and cooling effect, Dodge did not use good O rings . You can get new O rings for the bottom part that mates up the the engine , but you can't get the O rings between the cooler and plastic case. I did find oil filter/cooler for around 160$. You just need to look around a little. Nice explanation on the different fit though. If mine goes out again i will switch to the newer style. My car is a 2012 charger 3.6L, 220000 thousand miles on it now. Keep up the good work David !!! 👍👍👍

Hey little brother thank you for your kindness I really appreciate all the information you gave me Jorge Garcia Dallas Texas

Doing this repair now on my 2012 Jeep Wrangler. Glad I came across this video. You also earned another subscriber! Thanks!

Excellent video. Thank you. I like finding out why something works or doesn’t work. I also like finding out why an upgrade/change should or shouldn’t be done.

Great Video David. Our supplier, only has the 2014+ housings genuine Mopar, but they don't offer the old style

Great vid, had mine leak and fill up the valley! Bought the upgraded one and haven’t had a problems since. The o-rings on the bottom went bad!

Thank you mine just broke 85000 you saved me money my wife and I both have 13 wranglers thank you

Great video. Just purchased a 2012 T&C. Will have to poke my head under the hood a bit. This and the plastic bypass hose video you posted are two things I will have to check out. Thanks again.

thanks alot I plan to update the oil filter housing in my 2013 tc,. I also plan to change Sparks plug and Pcv valve together

I was thinking about trying this on my 2011 Grand Cherokee, but it was covered under warranty. I suspected that it was over tightened the last time the oil was changed. I'm doing all oil changes from now on. And I can do full synthetic for half the price and take my time and be careful. No need to tighten something with an o-ring that tight.

Thanks for the video.... I did this exact change about two years ago on my 2012 JKU. The tower assembly fired out like a cannon while I was changing out oil filters....

Thank you man..I didn’t know that it’s really a good point...thank you for your sharing...👏👏👏👏👏👏

Your one smart mechanic good job did complete tune up on 2013 vw routan from watching your other video thanks

Some years have different sensors, not all interchange directly without swapping them.

Love your videos!! We have a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan and ordered the 2014 (Osias) replacement. Got it installed and found oil all over the ground. Took everything back out and found the O ring on the housing oil-in receptacle broke. It was VERY difficult/tight to install so it wasn't surprising it broke. I had liberally greased the O-ring grooves prior to installation. It was equally difficult/tight to uninstall. I had measured the OD of the pipe prior to installing which was the same. HOWEVER, the O-ring groove on the 2014 is not as deep by .030". I had to uninstall it and am waiting for the 2011 part. Just a heads up to those considering the change over.

THANK YOU! I was hoping to upgrade to the aluminum Dorman unit on my 2012 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon at my next oil change... This told me that I can. 🙂

But the 2014+ cracks and leaks oil into the valley. I’ve had to replace my 2014 due to a cracked housing and leak. But very good video.

Well, I think we diagnosed the issue. We ordered the (2011) OSIAS Oil Filter Housing and had a rough time with the oil-in receptacle...again. Since we had the right year we HOPED it would install better than the 2014 but it did not. Once installed we started the car and looked at the oil-in receptacle...which was seeping!!!! I am going to assume it is the brand (OSIAS) and that the oil-in has been incorrectly engineered. We are going to try a Mopar. Thank you, again!!

The tower type filter bypass has been a major issue to Australian supplied engine since production. Failures have included the bypass disloging from the housing, destroying the tower and /or filter media that has resulted in the engine ingesting foreign matter, destroying the engine.The housing itself has cracked vertically under pressure, releasing oil under pressure into the hot engine and combusting. The oil cooler has failed due to the wrong coolant being used, allowing electrolysis to destroy the alloy, which developed pinholes within the housing, resulting in coolant contaminated with oil. Seals and o-rings used throughout disintegrated for no obvious reasons and the oil filter cartridge to suit are extremely difficult to obtain and very expensive, approximately $80 AUD. A disposable costs approximately $15 AUD. The entire filter/cooler combination is not available in Australia, only as a prepaid order only. You must be prepared to wait between 2 and 5 months for importation, ( minimum stock levels must be reached before ordering) and is incredibly cost prohibited at $2500AUD !!. This cost does not installation. Factor in $500/hr at dealer to install as Chrysler will not sell spares to other mechanics to install, and will make it difficult for the public to purchase without dealer installation, both which are illegal practices in Australia, and one they have been prosecuted for numerous times. 👍👍🇦🇺

Thank you so much very informative video. I better upgrade to the 2014 oil filter cause here in Kenya 🇰🇪 it’s not easy getting parts and they cost way more .

Awesome videos always David. I think I’ll recommend the upgrade to my customers.

Thank my man you put out great vids! You can always write on the cap 2014 filter to hopefully catch another mechs attention to swap. I refuse to let anyone else work on my vehicles so not and issue as long as I own it

Honestly, I've NEVER let anyone change my own oil but me for a while now. All due to a Chrysler dealership putting the wrong oil in my car back in 1997 when I was in college. Since then I've done it myself and only over my dead body will anyone else change the oil in my vehicles.

Thank you for the great content. Just replaced mine on 2015 200c w 48000 miles on odometer. Makes a oily mess of the drivetrain and fun to clean out all the excess oil from the galley. Hope the replacement lasts a bit longer than the last one!😁🙃

I don't have a 3.6, but this appears to be very useful info.

You do great job bro! Big thanks! Regards from Poland.

Thanks for the info. I am getting ready to buy a 2012 JKU. Would have never know the difference here and I now what to look for.

Great video David. I use a paint pen and mark the oil filter cap "2014" when I swap them.

I don’t have any Chrysler vehicles. Nonetheless, this is an EXCELLENT video. Very well done.

I'd say the #1 reason these housings get replaced is due to Johnny Airgun torquing the cap down too much and cracking the housing.

Yay, more things to worry about on my 2011 Durango. 192,000+ miles. Due for an oil change right now too. Hopefully that tower doesn’t die on me lol.

That is really good information to have under your belt. Great subject. Everyone likes to save money.

thank you for taking the time to teach us this stuff Its saved me a ton of money

You are a good instructor.

Doing a BIG maintnance on my 2012 Wrangler JKU, will do the swap for sure thanks for the tip

This was one of the best diy videos I've seen lately! 🙏👍🏻

And now.... Dorman offers the aluminum replacement for the Gen 1 oil filter housing adapter part# 926-959.(with fancy oil filter Cap tag included) 😉👍🏻

Thank you for uploading this! I am planning to perform this modification to my 2013 Chrysler 200 as I have already had the original bypass fail as well as the first replacement (Dorman). Once I install the second Dorman I will order the new housing assembly.

Really great info glad Dorman stepped up as in your newer video.

Thanks you for the video ! My bypass was broken when I did my oil change. I bought a new one on Amazon for 35$. I see a lot of videos that says that the system can go wrong and potentially damage the motor because of the unfiltered oil. I'm thinking of changing the housing for a 2014 one...

i always use your amazon link now. your cylinder head swap on that t&c saved my ass so it's the least I could do (as well as subscribe)

Thanks for explaining in a easy way to get the point, very professional!!

as always a complete, simple and easily understood video. Too bad Chrysler is losing out on quality control and especially after the Fiat merger. Only a scary outlook in the future for a company that once was part of the big three.

One of the greatest auto videos on RU-vid! Thanks for your hard work and time! David!

Upgrade 2012 routan to 2014 mopar part. Hopefully it could last a few more years.

Awesome video. I would encourage EVERYONE to file a complaint with the NHTSA about this. Not only a fire hazard but an expensive repair for a poorly designed component. Save your receipts.

Doing my swap soon. Thanks for making it clear.

Outstanding job.,.well done.,.

I’m swapping my oil filter assembly this weekend although pricing is higher on the newer unit now. Thanks for the 3 or 4 videos on this topic David

Great video .i am one of the people who are always up grading my vehicles and using newer or aftermarket parts .i keep my vehicles a long time but, when i do sell them i leave a list of all the parts with part numbers laminated in the glove box and if possible use a paint pen and write down on the parts info. I have 2017 grand cherokee. 60k so far and not 1 issue really liking it.....and your great info vids👍👍

Awesome! Just recently bought a 2011 charger. Needs some work specially in the intake area. Hope this will help with some leak issues coming from the coolant.

David, this video fits in nicely with something I've found to worry about. My 2012 JK's startup valve noise might be getting louder, in spite of using Amsoil, so, because I recently discovered how to do it, I no longer use my beloved remote start but instead use the trick of holding the brake and flooring the gas so it turns over, and pumps oil, without starting. .... And I just discovered the Baxter Performance Cartridge to Spin-on Adapter and I'd appreciate knowing what you know about that.

What's up David . Good video I when true this situation with my 14 Durango for some reason the housing on the bottom cracked, anyway my advise is if do doing all this work and your vehicle is over a 100mile replace all the intake gaskets and spark plugs and coil packs if is necessary.. by the way rippsupercharger sales nice performance coils for 3.6l pentastar engine, I did it on my and it runs like a champ..