Corolla CE Sedan 4-Door L4-1587cc 1.6L DOHC MFI (1997)
Engine Oil: Testing and Inspection
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) REQUIRED
^
09816-30010 Oil Pressure Switch Socket
1. Check engine oil quality. Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thinning. If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
2. Check engine oil level. The oil level should be between the "L" and "F" marks on the dipstick. If low, check for leakage and add oil up to "F"
mark.
3. Remove oil pressure switch, and install oil pressure gauge
a. Using SST Oil Pressure Switch Socket, remove the oil pressure switch.
b. Install the oil pressure gauge.
4. Warm up engine. Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.
5. Check oil pressure Oil pressure:
^
At idle: 29 kPa (4.3 psi) or more.
^
At 3,000 rpm: 245-490 kPa (36-71 psi).
6. Remove oil pressure gauge, and reinstall oil pressure switch:
a. Remove the oil pressure gauge.
b. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
c. Using SST Oil Pressure Switch Socket, install the oil pressure switch.
7. Start engine and check for oil leaks
