Oil Pump: Testing and Inspection

Engine Oil Pressure Inspection Procedure
1. Remove the right front wheel well splash shield.





2. Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector.





3. Install the adapter KM-135 in place of the oil pressure switch.
4. Connect the pressure gauge KM-498-B to the adapter.
5. Start the engine and check the oil pressure at idle speed and engine temperature of 80°C (176°F). The minimum oil pressure should be 30 kPa (4.35 psi).
6. Stop the engine and remove the pressure gauge KM-498-B and the adapter KM-135.
7. Install the oil pressure switch.
Tighten the oil pressure switch to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).





8. Connect the oil pressure switch connector.
9. Install the right front wheel well splash shield.
10. Check the oil level. Add oil until it reaches the full mark.