Bosch 0 451 103 316 Oil Filter

If you’re shopping for a Bosch 0 451 103 316 oil filter, you’re looking at a spin-on filter designed to trap wear particles, soot, and sludge before they recirculate through your engine. Dirty or degraded oil is one of the fastest ways to shorten engine life, and the filter is the only part in the system built to catch contaminants before they reach bearings, cams, and other close-tolerance surfaces. Order your Bosch 0 451 103 316 today and get it shipped straight to your door.

## Why This Filter Matters

An oil filter is one of the cheapest parts on a vehicle, but a clogged or failed one puts unfiltered oil straight onto your engine’s moving parts. Here’s what this Bosch 0 451 103 316 brings to the job:

– **Self-contained canister design** — quick, low-mess install and removal at every oil change
– **No separate housing gasket to source** — the unit is fully self-sealing on install
– **Consistent thread engagement** — engineered to seal reliably against the block or filter head
– **Manufactured to defined dimensional tolerances** — matches the fitment of the applications Bosch lists for this part number
– **Backed by Bosch** — an established supplier of filtration components to the automotive aftermarket

Whether you’re doing a routine service or replacing a filter that’s overdue, a quality filter from a known manufacturer is worth the small premium over an unbranded part.

## Specifications & Technical Details

This listing is for **Bosch part number 0 451 103 316**, categorized by the manufacturer as an oil filter (Spin-on Filter). Key specifications as provided by Bosch:

| Attribute | Value |
|—|—|
| Height [mm] | 72 |
| Thread Size | M 20 x 1.5 |
| EAN | 3165143170564 |

EAN: **3165143170564** — use this number, alongside the part number, to cross-check fitment against your vehicle’s existing part before ordering.

Oil filter fitment is closely tied to engine code and can vary within the same model year depending on engine variant. Always confirm fitment against your vehicle’s VIN or your current part’s number before ordering.

## Use Cases & Applications

This oil filter is most commonly installed during:

– **Routine oil-change service** — replaced alongside fresh engine oil at every scheduled interval
– **Overdue maintenance catch-up** — restoring full filtration capacity after a filter has exceeded its rated mileage
– **Pre-inspection or pre-sale service** — a fresh filter is a low-cost way to rule out a maintenance red flag

This part is relevant to drivers anywhere in the country, since oil filter service intervals are driven mainly by mileage and oil type rather than climate. We ship this filter to all 50 states.

## Quality & Sourcing

This part is supplied by **Bosch**, an established manufacturer of filtration components for the automotive aftermarket. The part number and EAN listed on this page correspond directly to Bosch’s own catalog listing for this component, so you can cross-reference specifications directly with the manufacturer if needed. Filtration performance for automotive engine oils is governed by standards maintained by the [American Petroleum Institute (API)](https://www.api.org/), which publishes engine oil classifications referenced across the industry.

We recommend visually inspecting the part on arrival and confirming the part number matches your original component before installation. For more on our sourcing standards, see our [About Us](https://cgautopartsshop.com/about-us/) page.

## Shipping & Delivery

We ship this Bosch 0 451 103 316 oil filter to customers in all 50 US states. Standard delivery typically takes 3-7 business days depending on your location, with faster options available at checkout. See our full [Shipping Policy](https://cgautopartsshop.com/shipping-policy/) for state-by-state delivery estimates and carrier information.

## Buying With Confidence

We list the manufacturer part number and EAN for every oil filter we carry so you can verify fitment before you buy, not after. If you’re unsure whether this filter matches your engine, our team is available through our [Contact Us](https://cgautopartsshop.com/contact-us/) page before you place an order. Full terms, including our return window for unused parts, are on our [Terms of Service](https://cgautopartsshop.com/terms-of-service/) page, and warranty information is on our [Warranty Policy](https://cgautopartsshop.com/warranty-policy/) page. Reviews for this listing will appear below as customers purchase and install this part.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is the Bosch 0 451 103 316 an OEM or aftermarket part?

It’s an aftermarket replacement manufactured by Bosch to the dimensional and filtration specifications for the applications it’s listed against.

### What’s your return policy on oil filters?

We accept returns on unused, uninstalled parts in original packaging within the window described on our [Terms of Service](https://cgautopartsshop.com/terms-of-service/) page. Because fitment varies by engine code, we recommend confirming compatibility before installation.

### Is Bosch a reliable brand for this type of part?

Bosch is an established manufacturer supplying filtration components to the automotive aftermarket. As with any supplier, we recommend matching the exact part number and EAN to your vehicle’s requirements rather than relying on brand name alone.

### What’s included with this filter?

This listing includes the spin-on filter itself as supplied by Bosch, part number 0 451 103 316. Check the specifications above for any included gasket/seal; if none is listed, reuse or replace your housing seal per your service manual.

### What type of oil filter is this?

It’s a spin-on filter. This is a self-contained, disposable canister filter — the media and housing thread on and off as a single unit, so there’s no separate element or housing gasket to source.

### What does an oil filter do?

An oil filter removes contaminant particles — wear metal, soot, and sludge — from engine oil as it circulates, so the same dirty oil isn’t recirculated through bearings, cams, and other close-tolerance surfaces. Replacing it at every oil change keeps the filtration media from becoming clogged or bypassing unfiltered oil.

### What size/dimensions does this filter have?

Height: 72 mm; Thread Size: M 20 x 1.5 mm

### Do you ship to my state?

Yes, we ship to all 50 U.S. states with tracked shipping on every order.

### How long does shipping take?

Orders ship from our US warehouse network to all 50 states. Typical delivery is 3-7 business days depending on your location; expedited options are available at checkout. Full details are on our [Shipping Policy](https://cgautopartsshop.com/shipping-policy/) page.

### Can I install this myself, or do I need a mechanic?

Most oil filter replacements are a standard DIY task with basic tools — a filter wrench and a way to catch and dispose of used oil. If you’re not comfortable working under the vehicle or handling used oil, a shop can typically complete it in minutes.

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For general background reading, see [oil filters](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_filter) and the [American Petroleum Institute](https://www.api.org/).