If you look closely at the Wal-Mart type oil filters (Fram, STP...) you will notice that they do not differentiate between the Golf/Jetta filter and the Vanagon filter. Mann and Mahle do differentiate between the two, the Vanagon filter does not have the valve at the base of the filter while the Golf/Jetta does. I believe this is the anti-drainback valve, but I am not certain. dave |
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