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..Anyone know what the normal oil pressure range should be for a c5 with about 86,000 miles. Thanks in advance.
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What pressures are you seeing?
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Most of the time around 40, but sometimes I see as low as 25
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You are well within the normal range.
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Most of the time around 40, but sometimes I see as low as 25
The mileage on an engine is not a barometer for oil pressure....especially when the condition of the engine is unknown....how well maintained it is/was, etc. The pressures you report sound normal, but more specifics are needed such as: cold start, operating temp, WOT v/s cruise, etc.
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So, in my case, when I start the car in the morning, I see 40-45 (1200 rpm). Once I get to work I see between 25-35 (1200rpm). Thanks
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Most of the time around 40, but sometimes I see as low as 25
That's the range I see on my 45,000 mile 04.
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So, in my case, when I start the car in the morning, I see 40-45 (1200 rpm). Once I get to work I see between 25-35 (1200rpm). Thanks
Sounds about right.
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