Malibu E100161 Oil Filter Kit – M5 & M6 Engines – 2017–2020

Malibu E100161 Oil Filter Kit – M5 & M6 Engines – 2017–Mid 2020

Malibu E100161 OEM Oil Filter Kit is a replacement cartridge-style engine oil filter and formed gasket kit designed for compatible Malibu M5 and M6 marine engines used in Malibu Boats and Axis Wake boats.

This replacement oil filter kit features an OEM Hengst filter (Part #E160H01 D28) and is designed for select 2017 through mid-2020 Malibu M5 and M6 engines.

The kit includes a replacement oil filter cartridge and formed gasket for routine engine oil service and maintenance.

Malibu & Axis Engine Compatibility

The Malibu E100161 oil filter kit is designed for compatible:

• Malibu M5 marine engines
• Malibu M6 marine engines
• Malibu Boats equipped with applicable M5 or M6 engines
• Axis Wake boats equipped with applicable M5 or M6 engines
• Select 2017–mid-2020 engine applications

Important 2020 Model Year Fitment Information

Some 2020 Malibu M5 and M6 engines use a different oil filter configuration.

If your Malibu or Axis boat is equipped with a 2020 M5 or M6 engine, verify which oil filter style is currently installed before ordering.

Refer to the product photos to identify the correct filter style for your application.

Do not rely on model year alone when selecting a replacement oil filter.

Kit Includes

• 1 OEM Hengst Oil Filter Cartridge
• 1 Formed Oil Filter Gasket Kit

Product Details

• Brand: Malibu Boats
• Malibu Part Number: E100161
• Filter Manufacturer: Hengst
• Hengst Part Number: E160H01 D28
• Product Type: Marine Engine Oil Filter Kit
• Filter Style: Cartridge
• Filter Height: 6 Inches
• Filter Diameter: 3-1/4 Inches
• Engine Compatibility: Malibu M5 & M6
• Boat Compatibility: Malibu Boats & Axis Wake
• Model Years: Select 2017–Mid 2020 Applications

Oil Filter Cross-Reference Numbers

The Malibu E100161 oil filter kit cross-references the following aftermarket filter numbers:

• Hengst: E160H01 D28
• WIX: 57214
• FRAM: CH8751
• NAPA: 7214

Always confirm filter dimensions and compatibility before substituting another manufacturer's filter.

Malibu M5 & M6 Engine Oil Requirements

Proper engine oil selection is essential when servicing Malibu M5 and M6 direct-injection marine engines.

• Specified Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
• Oil Type: Full Synthetic
• Oil Specification: dexos1 Gen 2, or a manufacturer-approved superseding specification
• Stated Engine Oil Capacity: 8 Quarts

Important: Malibu M5 and M6 direct-injection engines require the appropriate full-synthetic engine oil. Always verify the current manufacturer-approved oil specification and correct fill capacity in your engine owner's manual before servicing.

Maintain Your Malibu or Axis Marine Engine

Regular oil and filter changes help remove contaminants, maintain proper lubrication, and protect critical engine components.

The Malibu E100161 oil filter and gasket kit provides the replacement components needed for an oil filter service on compatible M5 and M6 engines.