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Engine Oil Pressure Check

  1. Check engine oil quantity.
    CAUTION: Since sealant is applied to the thread of the engine oil pressure switch, take care not to damage the engine oil pressure switch when removing it.
  2. Remove the engine oil pressure switch. (Refer to ) < 2.4L >  (Refer to ) < 3.0L > 
  3. Install the engine oil pressure gauge.
    NOTE: Use a 1/8 pipe thread adapter.
  4. Run the engine to warm it.
  5. After the engine has been warmed up, check that engine oil pressure is within the standard value.
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Oil Pressure Switch
    G07044665Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

    Standard value: 

    At idle: 29 kPa (4.2 psi) or more 

    At 3, 500 r/min: 294 - 686 kPa (43 - 100 psi) 

  6. Remove the engine oil pressure gauge.
  7. Install the engine oil pressure switch. (Refer to ) < 2.4L >  (Refer to ) < 3.0L > 
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Oil Pressure Switch
    G05426311Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
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