Engine Oil Pressure: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION





1. CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thinning.
If oil quality is visibly poor, replace it.
Oil grade:
API grade SJ, Energy-Conserving or ILSAC multi-grade engine oil. SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather.
2. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The oil level should be between the "L" and "F" marks on the dipstick.
3. CHECK OIL LEVEL
The oil level should be between the "L" and "F" marks on the level gauge. If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the "F" mark. If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the "F" mark.

NOTICE: Do not fill with engine oil above the "F" mark.





4. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
Using SST, remove the oil pressure switch.
SST 09816-30010
5. INSTALL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
6. START ENGINE
Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.





7. CHECK OIL PRESSURE





Oil pressure:

8. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE





9. INSTALL OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
a. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads.
Adhesive: Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
Using SST, install the oil pressure switch.
SST 09816-30010
Torque: 15 Nm (150 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)
10. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS