WIX Filters 42994 Engine Crankcase Breather Element

The WIX 42994 Engine Crankcase Breather Element is a replaceable pleated-paper filter that removes oil vapors and airborne contaminants from the crankcase ventilation stream before air enters the engine breather assembly. It is used in automotive crankcase ventilation systems for filtration, supporting PCV system operation and helping reduce sludge buildup and oil contamination while maintaining engine efficiency in gasoline-powered engines. Commonly installed in GM vehicles from 1979–1987, it covers Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac platforms. The pleated paper media delivers low air flow restriction and dependable filtration performance for long-term engine protection, and the design is a direct replacement breather element for breather housing installations. Technical specs: Brand WIX; Part Number 42994; Product Type Engine Crankcase Breather Element; Filter Type Crankcase Ventilation Breather Filter; Filtration Media Pleated Paper Media; Application Type Automotive Crankcase Ventilation; Function Oil Vapor and Airborne Contaminant Filtration; Compatible Systems PCV and Engine Breather Systems; OEM Style Direct Replacement Breather Element.