Engine Oil Pressure: Testing and Inspection
OIL PRESSURE CHECKWARNING:
^ Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
^ For engine oil pressure check the transaxle should be in Park position" (CVT models) or "Neutral position" (M/T models), and apply the parking brake securely.
1. Disconnect harness connector at oil pressure switch (1), and remove oil pressure switch using a suitable tool.
^ Oil pan (lower) (2)
^ <---: Front
2. Install oil pressure gauge and hose.
Tool number
: ST25051001 (J-25695-1)
: ST25052000 (J-25695-2)
3. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-5, "Inspection". Testing and Inspection
4. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Check oil pressure with engine running under no-load.
NOTE:
When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leaks.
6. After the inspections, install oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to specification.
Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent.
Oil pressure switch: 14.7 Nm (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
c. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-5, "Inspection". Testing and Inspection
d. After warming up engine, make sure there are no engine leaks of oil with running engine.