Engine Oil Pressure: Testing and Inspection
OIL PRESSURE CHECKWARNING:
^ Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
^ For M/T models, put the gearshift lever in the Neutral N position. For A/T models, put the selector lever in the Park P position.
1. Check engine oil level. Refer to "Oil Level".
2. Remove undercover using power tool.
3. Disconnect oil pressure sensor harness connector at oil pressure sensor, and remove oil pressure sensor.
CAUTION: Do not drop or shock oil pressure sensor.
4. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Check oil pressure with engine running under no-load, using Tool Tool numbers : ST25051001 (J-25695-1) : ST25052000 (J-25695-2)
NOTE: When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
Engine oil pressure [Oil temperature 80°C (176°F)]
If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leaks.
6. After the inspections, install oil pressure sensor as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure sensor and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure sensor to the specification.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to "Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
Oil pressure sensor-torque : 14.7 Nm (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft. lbs.)
c. After warming up engine, make sure there is no leakage of engine oil with running engine.