Refer to Engine Mechanical Specifications for oil pressure specifications.
Problem | Action | ||||||
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The oil level is low. | Fill the oil to the FULL mark on the oil level indicator. | ||||||
The idle speed is slow. | Adjust the idle speed. | ||||||
The oil pressure switch is incorrect or malfunctioning. | Replace the oil pressure switch. | ||||||
The oil pressure indicator is incorrect or malfunctioning. | Replace the oil pressure indicator. | ||||||
The oil viscosity is improper. | Fill the oil tank. Use oil of the proper viscosity for the expected temperature. | ||||||
The oil is diluted with one of the following materials:
| Fill with new oil. | ||||||
The oil pump is worn or dirty. | Replace or clean the oil pump as necessary. | ||||||
The oil filter is plugged. | Replace the oil filter. | ||||||
The oil pickup screen is loose or plugged. | Adjust or replace the screen as necessary. | ||||||
The oil pickup tube has a hole. | Replace the tube. | ||||||
The bearing clearance is excessive. | Replace the bearings as necessary. | ||||||
The oil galleries display one of the following conditions:
| Repair or replace the block as necessary. | ||||||
The gallery plugs are missing or incorrectly installed. | Install the plugs or repair as necessary. | ||||||
The oil pump pressure regulator valve is malfunctioning. | Replace the valve. | ||||||
The camshaft is worn or poorly machined. | Replace the camshaft. | ||||||
The valve guides are worn. | Replace the guides. |