Engine Oil Pressure Test: Test

How to use this Service Information .

1. Engine Oil Pressure - Test

   ■ Preconditions 

   • Low Oil Pressure Warning Message Not On (while engine running)
   • Engine Oil Level Normal Condition - Refer to: Engine Oil Level Check  or Engine Oil Replacement 
   • Oil Pressure Switch Removed

   ■ Procedure/Specifications 

   1. Install the oil pressure gauge attachment PT1/8 and the oil pressure gauge to the rocker arm oil control valve.

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   2. Start the engine. Shut it off immediately if the gauge registers no oil pressure. Repair the problem before continuing.

   3. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature (cooling fan comes on at least twice).

   Normal Conditions 

   Measurement	Qualification	Specifications
   Engine oil temperature at 176 °F (80 °C)	At Idle	100 kPa (1.02 kgf/cm 2, 14.5 psi) min.
   	At 3, 000 rpm	400 kPa (4.08 kgf/cm 2, 58.0 psi) min.

   4. Remove the oil pressure gauge attachment PT1/8 and the oil pressure gauge.

   ■ Result 

   If it is abnormal, inspect these items:

   • Oil filter blocked or plugged.
   • Oil strainer blocked or plugged.
   • Inspect the oil pump relief valve .