68105583AF Oil Filter Housing Assembly for Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram 3.6L V6 Pentastar 2014-2017

68105583AF Cross Reference and Interchange Numbers

68105583AF Oil Filter Housing Assembly Specifications

68105583AF Vehicle Application for Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram 3.6L V6

FAQs About the 68105583AF Oil Filter Housing Assembly

Q1: Why does the 68105583AF carry the label "2014 NEW Part Number" in Mopar's own system?

In 2014, FCA introduced a revised oil filter housing design for the updated Pentastar engine configuration used in that model year's production run. The 68105583AF designation was Mopar's formal acknowledgment of this change, signaling to dealers and distributors that the previous revisions in the AA through AE chain were being replaced by a structurally updated unit. For aftermarket buyers, this matters because it confirms the AF revision is the correct reference for 2014 and later applications in this series, and earlier revisions should not be assumed as full equivalents for all 2014-plus fitments without verification.

Q2: This part number covers a wide range of Dodge car platforms like the Challenger, Charger, and Chrysler 200. Does fitment vary between car-platform and SUV/truck-platform applications?

The 68105583AF housing serves both car platforms and light truck/SUV platforms because all of them share the same 3.6L Pentastar architecture. The housing mounts in the same engine valley location regardless of vehicle body style. That said, access and removal procedures differ significantly between a Dodge Charger and a Jeep Wrangler due to surrounding component packaging. For wholesale buyers supplying both independent repair shops and dealership service centers, this cross-platform coverage makes the 68105583AF one of the highest-turnover individual SKUs in the Pentastar housing family.

Q3: The 68105583 series supersedes to 68596317AB, not 68596318AB as with later platform numbers. How should distributors handle this distinction when building their catalog?

This is a critical catalog management point. The 68596317AB and 68596318AB are two distinct current Mopar supersessions covering different platform generations of the same housing family. Stocking only one will leave gaps in your fitment coverage. Distributors serving mixed fleets that include both pre-2018 and post-2018 FCA V6 vehicles should treat these as two separate SKUs. We can supply both lines and provide clear cross-reference documentation to help your team build accurate fitment catalogs that prevent wrong-part orders.

Q4: Are there known plastic housing failure patterns specific to the 2014–2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger applications that drive replacement demand?

Yes. The Challenger and Charger are rear-wheel-drive performance platforms with higher underhood temperatures and more aggressive driving profiles than typical family sedans. The OE plastic housing on these vehicles is particularly susceptible to warping at the sealing surface and cracking at the oil filter cap thread zone under sustained heat cycling. This failure pattern generates a steady replacement cycle in markets where performance driving and hot climates combine, including the southern United States, Middle East, and Australia. Aftermarket demand for this number on Dodge muscle car platforms is notably consistent year-round.

Q5: What is the recommended order volume and mixed-container strategy for distributors focused on the Dodge and Chrysler passenger car segment?

Our standard MOQ is 100 units with a 60-day production lead time. Distributors focusing on the Dodge Challenger, Charger, and Chrysler 300 segment can profitably consolidate shipments by combining the 68105583AF housing alongside engine oil coolers, radiators, and thermostat housings for the same LX and LD platform vehicles. These platforms have a large and active enthusiast and fleet owner base globally, and combining complementary SKUs in a single mixed container significantly improves your per-unit landed cost while reducing restocking frequency.

Q6: Can you support private label packaging and extended credit terms for our distribution network?

Yes on both counts. We provide complete private label service including custom packaging design, box printing, and part number referencing to your brand specifications, whether you operate under your own label or require neutral white-box packaging. For verified wholesale accounts, we offer flexible commercial credit terms following our standard buyer qualification process, which allows high-volume importers and regional distributors to manage inventory replenishment without front-loading full payment on large orders. Reach out with your volume estimate and target market to discuss a structured supply agreement.