Oil Pressure Check
NOTE:
Prior to checking the engine oil pressure, a road test of 6 miles (10 kilometers), must be carried out. Do not attempt to attain engine normal operating temperature by allowing the engine to idle.
- Remove the oil pressure sensor.
- Install the special tool to the oil filter housing.
- Install the special tool gauge and tighten the union.
- Check and top-up the engine oil, if required.
- Start and run the engine.
- Note the oil pressure readings with the engine running at idle and 3500 RPM.
- Turn off the engine.
- Remove the special tools.
- Install the oil pressure sensor.
- Check and top-up the engine oil, if required.
WARNING:
The spilling of hot engine oil is unavoidable during this procedure, care must be taken to prevent scalding.
WARNING:
Wear protective gloves.
