Engine Oil Pressure Inspection

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Tools Required

KM-498-B Pressure Gauge

KM-135 Adapter

Remove the right front wheel well oil pan scraper. Refer to "FRONT WHEEL WELL SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION :".
Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Oil Pressure Switch Connector
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Install the adapter KM-135 in place of the oil pressure switch.
Connect the pressure gauge KM-498-B to the adapter.
Start the engine and check the oil pressure at idle speed and engine temperature of 80°C (176°F). The minimum oil pressure should be 30 kPa (4.35 psi).
Stop the engine and remove the pressure gauge KM-498-B and the adapter KM-135.

Fig 2: Installing Pressure Gauge KM-498-B And Adapter KM-135
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Install the oil pressure switch.
Tighten

Tighten the oil pressure switch to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
Connect the electrical connector to the oil pressure switch.
Install the right front wheel well oil pan scraper. Refer to "FRONT WHEEL WELL SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION :".
Check the oil level. Add oil until it reaches the full mark.

Fig 3: Installing Oil Pressure Switch
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