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Oil Temperature Gauge > < Oil Pick Up/Strainer|Service and Repair
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Engine Oil Pressure: Testing and Inspection

Checking Oil Pump Pressure

CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

1. Remove pressure sending unit and install Special Tool 5-94 with gauge assembly C-3292.
2. Run engine until thermostat opens.

CAUTION:  if oil pressure is 0 at idle, Do Not Run engine at 3000 RPM.

3. Oil Pressure: 

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Curb Idle 25 kPa (4 psi) minimum 

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3000 RPM 170-550 kpa (25-80 psi). 

Oil Temperature Gauge > < Oil Pick Up/Strainer|Service and Repair