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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 11:51 AM
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i have the oil pressure switch out, new one installed.. i can not for the life of me get the plug to go back in. what tool do i need, i have 90 degree needle nose and straights.. is there something else that could make it a bit easier?


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It can be done with out removing the intake! It will take alot of cuss words, trips to the parts store to get tools you don't need, and to ask on this forum, all of which gave me the determination that i would get this done successfully! Thank you to this forum for the motivation to keep pressing...

Job complete.

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tools i used to do this job:

flux
coat hanger
long phillips screw driver
1 1/16 socket 1/2 in drive
6 in extension 1/2 drive
ratchet 1/2 in drive
swivel 1/2 in drive
11 in 45 degree needle nose pliers.
flashlight

i would do the write up on this but there are so many out there that you have to find what works for you. i will say that the flux is bendable which aloud me to get the connector into the switch. i know someone will ask about the flux.. LOL!
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So you didn't take off the intake?
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So you didn't take off the intake?


that is correct..
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Old Sep 14, 2017 | 12:15 AM
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Replaced mine twice without taking the intake off. About an hours work each time, no muss no fuss.

Video on Youtube. There's more than one video

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