High Pressure Oil System
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The 6.0L diesel fuel injectors are powered by lubricating oil which is pressurized by a high pressure pump in the engine valley. The pump output pressure ranges from 3,102 to 27,579 kPa (450 psi to 4,000 psi). Oil pressure is controlled by the PCM through the injection pressure regulator (IPR) valve. The PCM controls pressure in the oil rail by opening (relieving pressure) and closing (increasing pressure) the IPR valve. The high pressure oil is delivered to the oil rails in the cylinder heads. An injection control pressure (ICP) sensor mounted on the high pressure pump cover sends an analog voltage signal (0.5 to 5.0 volts) to the PCM for feedback control of the oil pressure.