Bronco Nation

First oil change surprise.

Davidg5252
Aug 27, 2023

Rank 0

Aug 27, 2023

So I did my first oil change on my 2023 badlands and this is what I find. The pink coating on the O-rings is completely falling apart. These are the factory seals.
It's a good think the filter is on top because I might have to inspect these seals once in a while.

Last edited by a moderator: Aug 27, 2023

Rank 0

Aug 27, 2023

#1
You replace the O-rings when you change the filter. The filter element should come with a package of O-rings. I fail to see a problem.
GeoBig, NiceBronco

Don't Follow Me ,I'm about to do something Stupid

Aug 27, 2023

#2
Mine were that way as well but as noted, you change them out with the filter.
2Dr Badlands - MIC - Area51 - 2.7 Auto - MGV - Headliner - High Pkg
Reserved 7/20/20 Delivered 5/6/23
"Ford said, hey we're gonna fulfill all reservations and pre-orders before we build stock units."
Chief Ron, RagnarKon

Burrito Connoisseur

Aug 27, 2023

#3
Yeah this happens on all of the cartridge-style filters that I've encountered—they're considered to be single use.

As the others have mentioned, this is why new O-rings come included with the new filter. I've encountered several leaking canisters before... and it's almost always caused by worn out O-rings that weren't replaced, or O-rings that were nicked/gouged while being replaced.
2022 4dr Badlands, 2.3L Manual, Mid pkg
YouTube: youtube.com/@ragnarkon
Instagram: @ragnar.kon
Rydfree, Chief Ron

STRESS FREE !!!

Aug 28, 2023

#4
It's just a paint/ink on the O-Ring... I feel like all is good.. but did you notice the difference in filter?
2023 Wildtrak, Iconic Silver, Hard top, ordered 10/5, built 12/13, delivered 1/18

Rank V

Aug 28, 2023

#5
I use WIX filters. Found them to be of better quality. Wait for it....wait for it....
Bschurr

You must log in or register to post here.