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Oil Pressure Switch Inspection

WARNING:
  • A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool before removing the exhaust system.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the aerodynamic undercover. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the oil pressure switch. (See OIL PRESSURE SWITCH REMOVAL .)
  4. Apply air pressure of approx. 40 kPa {0.41 kgf/cm2 , 5.8 psi} to the oil pressure switch as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Measuring Continuity Between Oil Pressure Switch Terminal A And Thread Area
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  5. Measure continuity between oil pressure switch terminal A and the thread area.
    Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pressure Switch Terminal A
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    • If there is any malfunction, replace the oil pressure switch.
    OIL PRESSURE SWITCH CONTINUITY

    Measurement condition Continuity
    Air pressure applied No
    Air pressure not applied Yes