FL400S changed to FL-910

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Does anyone know why Ford is now specifying the FL-910 oil filter when it used to spec the FL-400S? I have a 02 Ranger Duratec and a 09 Duratec....I have a case of the 400S fliters for my 02 and now they are recommending the 910 for that truck and all newer duratecs.
I have 210,000 miles on the 02 and have been using Mobil 1 5w-20....my 09 has 800 miles on it.
It seems other than the stealership, no one stocks the 910.
Both oil filters fit.

 

[kentuckyfireman]

my knowlege from working at the ford dealership was no difference except for the number on the filter

 

[SMTGREG]

The FL 400 is all we use at our ford store

 

[chvlfrk]

Ummm........

I believe it's just a clearance issue, as in the 910 is shorter than the 400.. if you've used the 400 for years on said vehicle, then I'd continue, as I'm a believer that more quantity is better.

 

[Bill]

The length of the two filters is different.

 

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I hate Walmart with a passion but they are the only place around here that stocks the FL-910. Ford specs this filter and 5w-20 oil so I use it.