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Oil Gauge (Open Test)

  1. Disconnect oil pressure sender/switch and turn ignition switch to "RUN" position. Connect a fused jumper wire between Tan wire and ground. Oil pressure gauge should show low pressure. If gauge does show low pressure, replace oil pressure sender/switch.
  2. If gauge does not show low pressure, check Tan wire and instrument cluster printed circuit for an open. If okay, repair or replace oil pressure gauge.