Oil Level Sensor: Description and Operation

1. The low oil level sensor is mounted to the side of oil pan.
2. When the oil level is approximately 1.4 L (1.5 qt) low, the low oil level sensor closes the circuit to ground and the low oil level warning comes on.
3. When the oil level rises above approximately 1.4 L (1.5 qt) low, the low oil level sensor opens the circuit to ground.