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Engine Oil Pressure: Testing and Inspection

Engine oil pressure check

Before disconnecting the battery, ensure all text and cautions in the battery disconnection section are observed.
Refer to Service Precautions.

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1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
2. Remove oil pressure switch.

3. Fit LRT-12-052/10 to oil filter housing and fit LRT-12-052C to LRT-12-052/10, tighten unions.
4. Check engine oil level, top-up if necessary.
5. Connect battery earth lead.
6. Start and run engine until normal operating temperature is reached.
7. Note oil pressure readings with the engine running at idle and at 3500 rev/min.

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Minimum pressure at idle = 0.5 bar 

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Maximum regulated pressure = 4.5 bar 

8. Switch off engine.
9. Disconnect battery earth lead.

10. Remove LRT-12-052C.
11. Remove LRT-12-052/10.
12. Clean oil spillage.
13. Fit oil pressure switch.
14. Check engine oil level, top-up if necessary.
15. Connect battery earth lead.

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