Advanced filtration technology from UFI Filters is now playing a key role in the latest generation of Renault commercial vehicles, with the company supplying original equipment oil filtration modules for Renault Trafic and Renault Master vans powered by the 2.0-litre Blue dCi engine.
Production of the new filtration module began in the fourth quarter of 2025, reinforcing UFI’s long-standing reputation as a leading original equipment supplier to global vehicle manufacturers.
For the Irish independent aftermarket, the technology behind this OE programme is also accessible through distributor Serfac Limited, which supplies the extensive UFI Filters range to motor factors, garages and workshops across Ireland.
The module supplied to Renault integrates both the engine oil filter and the heat exchanger within a compact die-cast aluminium housing. This design allows the system to manage both filtration and lubricant temperature control in a single unit, helping to optimise engine performance and efficiency.
At the heart of the module is a cartridge filter using cellulose media from the Formula UFI CELL family. Developed to meet demanding OEM specifications, the filter delivers high performance with 99% filtration efficiency for particles larger than 40 microns.
The design also supports extended service intervals, with replacement recommended at up to 40,000 kilometres, an important consideration for commercial vehicle operators seeking lower maintenance costs and reduced downtime.
While the filtration module itself is supplied to Renault as original equipment, the replacement filter cartridge is also available to the independent aftermarket. Workshops can source the component under the UFI brand (part number 25.267.00) or the SOFIMA brand (part number S 5267 PE).
The cartridge has been designed for straightforward replacement, helping technicians carry out routine servicing efficiently.
Another key feature of the module is its integrated oil heat exchanger, which manages lubricant temperature to maintain optimal engine operating conditions.
Instead of using a traditional thermostatic valve, UFI engineers developed a precisely calibrated orifice system to regulate oil cooling flow. This approach, refined using advanced fluid-dynamics simulations, allows the exchanger to achieve excellent thermal performance while meeting strict space constraints within the engine bay.
The exchanger is manufactured using aluminium with a vacuum-brazing process, improving durability and thermal efficiency while also contributing to reduced vehicle fuel consumption and emissions.
The module has been developed for Renault’s latest generation 2.0-litre Blue dCi diesel engine, used in the Trafic and Master van ranges. The four-cylinder unit features common-rail injection and is available in outputs ranging from 105hp to 170hp, delivering strong performance while meeting modern emissions standards.
For Irish workshops and motor factors, access to OE-quality filtration technology remains essential as vehicle powertrains become increasingly sophisticated.
Through its partnership with UFI Filters, Serfac Limited continues to supply the Irish aftermarket with a comprehensive range of filtration solutions designed to meet the same quality and performance standards demanded by vehicle manufacturers worldwide.