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Oil Pressure Warning Lamp/Indicator: Testing and Inspection
No. 10 Oil Pressure Warning Light Remain Illuminated

Flowchart No. 10  Symptom  Oil pressure warning light remains illuminated (engine running)

Possible cause

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Low oil pressure

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Damaged oil pressure switch

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Open or short circuit in wiring harness

Step 1

1. Measure the engine oil pressure. 

Oil pressure:

340-490 kPa {3.4-5.0 kgf/sq. cm, 49-71 psi} at 3,000 rpm (KL)
400-490 kPa {4.0-5.0 kgf/sq. cm, 51-71 psi} at 3,000 rpm (FS)

2. If correct, go to Step 2.
3. If not as specified, inspect the lubrication system.

Step 2

1. Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector.

Ohmmeter Connection

Reference

2. Start the engine and check for continuity between the oil pressure switch terminal and ground.
3. If correct, repair the wiring harness (instrument cluster-oil pressure switch).
4. If not as specified, replace the oil pressure switch. 

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