Checking the Oil Pressure

Checking the Oil Pressure - Ops

Monitor the oil pressure as follows:

Warning: HOT OIL

To avoid injury from hot oil, do not operate the engine with the rocker cover(s) removed.

  1. Observe the oil pressure gauge immediately after starting the engine. An oil pressure gauge that registers pressure 14 psi (96 kPa) at idle speed and normal operating temperature is a good indicator that all moving parts are getting lubrication.
  2. If no pressure is indicated within 10 to 15 seconds, stop the engine and check the lubrication system at normal operating temperature.
  3. The oil pressure should not drop below 55 psi (380 kPa) at 1800 rpm, at normal operating temperature. If oil pressure does not fall within these guidelines, check it with a manual gauge.
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Parent topic: Running the Engine
Document Number: 0000022296
Manual Publication Date: 2024-01-05
Topic Publication Date: 2023-12-10