Engine Oil Pressure: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION





1. CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thinning.
If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
Oil grade: API grade SJ Energy-Conserving or ILSAC multigrade 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
After warming up the engine and then 5 minutes after the engine stop, the oil level should be between the "L" and "F" marks of the dipstick.
If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the "F" mark.
3. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER





4. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
Using SST, remove the oil pressure switch.
SST 09816-30010
5. INSTALL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
Install an oil pressure gauge to an adaptor.
6. WARM UP ENGINE
Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.





7. CHECK OIL PRESSURE





Oil pressure

8. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE





9. REINSTALL OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
a. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
Adhesive: Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
b. Using SST, install the oil pressure switch.
SST 09816-30010
10. REINSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER
11. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS