Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Always On
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Always On
Diagnostic Fault Information
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
Circuit/System Description
The engine oil pressure (EOP) switch is a normally closed switch that opens with the proper oil pressure. With the ignition switch turned ON and the engine not running, the powertrain control module (PCM)/engine control module (ECM) should detect a low signal voltage input. With the engine running, the pressure switch opens, and the PCM/ECM should detect a high signal voltage input. The PCM/ECM tests the state of the EOP circuit with the ignition switch turned ON and the engine turned OFF. When the oil pressure is low, the PCM/ECM sends a serial data message via class 2 to the instrument panel cluster (IPC) requesting the EOP indicator turned ON. The IPC illuminates the EOP indicator when the IPC receives a serial data class 2 message from the PCM/ECM requesting the EOP indicator turned ON.
Circuit/System Testing
Important: Do not turn the key to the crank position or engage the starter at any time during diagnosis.
1. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Switch parameter is Low.
• If not Low, replace the IPC.
2. Ignition OFF, disconnect the EOP switch.
3. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Engine Oil Pressure Switch parameter is OK.
• If not OK, test the signal circuit of the EOP switch for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
• If OK, replace the EOP switch.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
* Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement for the 2.0L engine
* Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement for the 2.2L engine
* Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement for the 2.4L engine
* Control Module References for the ECM and IPC replacement, setup, and programming Verification Tests