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Oil Pressure Check

  1. Disconnect and remove oil pressure switch.
  2. Install oil pressure gauge into oil pressure switch installation hole.
  3. Warm engine to normal operating temperature.
  4. Run engine at idle and note gauge readings.

    Oil pressure:

    12.8 psi (88.26 kPa, 0.9 kg/cm2 ) above

    Fig 1: Measuring Oil Pressure
    G00325956Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. If pressure is not within specification, check for cause, and repair.
  6. Remove oil pressure gauge and install oil pressure switch.

    Tightening torque:

    8.7~13.0 lb-ft (12~18 N.m, 1.2~1.8 kg-m)

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