Oil Pressure 130PSI!!!!!
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Racer
Joined: Aug 2001
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From: Clarksville MD
Oil Pressure 130PSI!!!!!
The gauge is pegged at 80 and the DIC is showing 130 PSI. The oil level appears appropriate. If the car is off for a few minutes and then started, the pressure starts in the low 120's, then shoots up to 130. Do I have a faulty gauge or another problem?
help!
help!
Le Mans Master
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From: Houston TX
St. Jude Donor '11
It is the oil pressure sending unit which is located in back of the intake manifold. Lots of owners have this problem. I did. Try searching around, there are a couple very good DIY writeups on replacing the sensor.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Houston TX
St. Jude Donor '11
I know it's un-nerving but I can assure you it's the sensor though if you're unsure and have an alternate vehicle, park it. Do a search and when you see all the posts from other forum members may help ease your mind.
Last edited by 5 Liter Eater; Dec 17, 2004 at 12:24 PM.
R.I.P. - sensor!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Sandy Ego CA
Is your oil up to the full mark on your dip stick, if it's not it will make the gauge act goofy, my buddy's car was 3/4 quart low, filled it up and the gauge is OK. It's worth an oil check, if nothing happens I agree - sensor
