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Checking Engine Oil Pressure

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Fig 1: Oil Pressure Switch & Connector
GC0152695Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
NOTE:

The oil pressure switch has a lock patch on the threads and if removed can not be reinstalled.

  1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the oil pressure switch (2) from the oil pump. Refer to SWITCH, OIL PRESSURE, REMOVAL .
    Fig 2: Oil Pressure Gauge & Adapter
    GC0152724Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  3. Install the Oil Pressure Gauge Adapter (special tool #10282, Adapter, Engine Oil Pressure) (2) to the oil pressure port. Tighten to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
  4. Install the Oil Pressure Gauge (special tool #C-3292A, Gauge, Pressure) (1) to the adapter (2). Tighten to 20 N.m (177 in. lbs.).
  5. Connect the negative battery cable and tighten nut to 5 N.m (45 in. lbs.).
  6. Start and idle the engine. If oil pressure is 0 at idle, shut off the engine and consult the Engine Lubrication and Diagnostic Table. Refer to ENGINE LUBRICATION DIAGNOSTIC TABLE .
  7. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
  8. Verify that the engine has acceptable oil pressure. Refer to ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS .
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