Engine Oil Pressure: Inspection

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Disconnect battery ground cable.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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Remove generator from bracket. See GENERATORS & REGULATORS .
Disconnect connector from oil pressure switch.
Remove oil pressure switch from engine cylinder block. See REMOVAL , Oil Pressure Switch.
Connect oil pressure gauge hose to cylinder block.
Connect battery ground cable.

Fig 2: Connecting Battery Ground Cable
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Start the engine, and measure oil pressure.

Fig 3: Measuring Oil Pressure
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Oil pressure:
1. 88 kPa (0.9 kg/cm ² , 13 psi) or more at 800 rpm
2. 294 kPa (3.0 kg/cm ² , 43 psi) or more at 5,000 rpm
CAUTION:
- If oil pressure is out of specification, check oil pump, oil filter and lubrication line. See INSPECTION , Engine Lubrication System Trouble in General.
- If oil pressure warning light is turned ON and oil pressure is in specification, replace oil pressure switch. See INSPECTION , Engine Lubrication System Trouble in General.
NOTE: The specified data is based on an engine oil temperature of 80°C (176°F).
After measuring oil pressure, install oil pressure switch. See INSTALLATION , Oil Pressure Switch.
1. Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
Install generator and V-belt in the reverse order of removal, and adjust the V-belt deflection. See INSTALLATION , V-belt.