{"product_id":"motorcraft-fd4596-oil-filter","title":"Genuine Motorcraft FD-4596 Fuel Filter | OEM Replacement for Ford 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProtect the legend under your hood.\u003c\/b\u003e The 7.3L Powerstroke is world-renowned for its durability, but its HEUI injection system demands ultra-clean fuel to stay on the road. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"175\"\u003eGenuine Motorcraft FD-4596\u003c\/b\u003e is the factory-designed filter engineered to strip impurities and moisture before they can reach your injectors. Don't risk a \"crank-no-start\" or expensive injector damage by using a generic alternative—stick with the OEM standard that built the 7.3L's reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e🧠 WHY THIS MATTERS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eAt \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eValtrix Powertrain\u003c\/b\u003e, we respect the legacy of the 7.3L. This engine utilizes high-pressure oil to fire the fuel injectors, and any contamination in the fuel side can cause internal wear that leads to poor spray patterns and power loss. The FD-4596 is thermally cycled to perform in extreme temperatures (from -40°F to 250°F) and features a 300-series stainless steel case for superior corrosion resistance against modern diesel additives and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e🆚 OEM vs AFTERMARKET\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Motorcraft FD-4596\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneric Aftermarket Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eParticle Removal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003e99.9% of particles 20+ microns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,2,0\"\u003eOften misses fine silt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCase Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003e300-Series Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,2,0\"\u003eLower-grade steel prone to rust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eTested -40°F to 250°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,2,0\"\u003eMay fail\/leak in extreme cold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeal Quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003ePrecision-fit OEM gaskets included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,2,0\"\u003eGeneric seals prone to \"fuel swelling\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📦 WHAT’S INCLUDED\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e(1) Genuine Motorcraft Fuel Filter Element\u003c\/b\u003e (P\/N FD-4596)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e(1) High-Quality Replacement Lid Gasket\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFactory Sealed Packaging\u003c\/b\u003e (Guaranteed contamination-free)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e⚙️ COMPATIBILITY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eThis filter is the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003edirect OEM replacement\u003c\/b\u003e for the following Ford vehicles equipped with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003e7.3L Powerstroke Diesel\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFord F-250 Super Duty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFord F-350 \/ F-450 \/ F-550:\u003c\/b\u003e 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFord Excursion:\u003c\/b\u003e 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFord E-350 \/ E-450 Econoline:\u003c\/b\u003e 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInterchange:\u003c\/b\u003e F81Z-9N184-AA, F81A-9N184-AB, FD4596.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e🚨 SIGNS YOU NEED THIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eKeep your 7.3L running smooth. Replace your filter if:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHard Starting:\u003c\/b\u003e The engine takes longer to fire when cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRough Idle:\u003c\/b\u003e Inconsistent \"lope\" or shaking while stopped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStalling:\u003c\/b\u003e Engine dies unexpectedly at low speeds or stoplights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eService Interval:\u003c\/b\u003e It has been more than \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003e15,000 miles\u003c\/b\u003e since your last fuel filter swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e🛒 WHY BUY FROM VALTRIX\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGuaranteed Authentic:\u003c\/b\u003e We only sell 100% Genuine Motorcraft parts—no fakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e7.3L Specialist Support:\u003c\/b\u003e We know these trucks and the parts they need to survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFast USA Shipping:\u003c\/b\u003e Get your parts quickly and avoid unnecessary downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHassle-Free Returns:\u003c\/b\u003e Shop with confidence with our 30-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDon't compromise on your 7.3L's fuel quality.\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure your injectors stay healthy and your engine stays reliable for another 300,000 miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e👉 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"142\"\u003e[ADD TO CART]\u003c\/b\u003e and get the factory-spec protection of Genuine Motorcraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e❓ FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Does the FD-4596 come with the fuel bowl lid?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003eA: No, this is the filter element and the sealing gasket. You will reuse your existing factory fuel bowl lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"31\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Can I use this on a 1994–1997 7.3L Powerstroke?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eA: No. The 1999–2003 7.3L engines (Super Duty) use the FD-4596. The 1994–1997 \"OBS\" Ford trucks require a different filter style (FD-4595).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"32\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: How do I know if the filter is seated properly?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003eA: Place the filter into the bowl first, ensure it is centered, then screw the lid on. 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