Checking the Oil Pressure

Checking the Oil Pressure - Gen 5 DD15 - Ops - #6728

Monitor the oil pressure as follows:

  1. Observe the oil pressure gauge immediately after starting the engine. An oil pressure gauge that registers 50 psi (3.4 bar) is a good indicator that all moving parts are getting lubrication. The engine oil pressure operating ranges for Detroit™ Gen 5 Heavy Duty engines are listed in the table below.
  2. If low oil pressure is indicated contact an authorized Detroit™ service outlet for further instructions.
Oil Pressure Operating Ranges
50 psi (3.4 bar) Normal Oil Pressure
25 psi (1.7 bar) Low Oil Pressure
0 psi (0 bar) Very Low Oil Pressure
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    Document Number: 0000009724
    Manual Publication Date: 2024-01-03
    Topic Publication Date: 2023-12-10