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System Check

With oil at full mark on dipstick and the engine oil warm to ensure that the oil drains properly from the oil sensor, turn ignition switch to the ON position and start engine. Warning lamp should come on briefly in START for bulb prove out, then go out. Turn engine off. Drain 2 qts. (1.9L) of oil from engine. Wait about 5 minutes, then restart engine. Warning lamp should come on and stay on. If lamp does not come on, check the following: