Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch Diagnosis

Circuit Description

The PCM applies battery voltage through a pull up resistor to the Engine Oil Pressure Switch circuit. The PCM monitors the applied voltage on the Engine Oil Pressure Switch circuit. If the ignition switch is turned ON with the engine not running or engine oil pressure is below 35 kPa (5 psi), the Engine Oil Pressure switch grounds the PCM voltage input. The PCM sends the engine oil pressure information via Class 2 serial data to the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). The IPC controls the Engine Oil Pressure Indicator.

Diagnostic Aids

Check for the following condition(s):

^ Poor connections. Inspect PCM and harness connectors for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and poor terminal to wire connection.
^ Damaged harness. Inspect the wiring harness for damage. If the harness appears to be OK, disconnect the Engine Oil Pressure switch, turn the ignition ON and observe a voltmeter connected between the Engine Oil Pressure switch connector terminals while moving wiring harnesses related to the Engine Oil Pressure Switch circuit. A change in voltage will indicate the location of the fault.