Checking Engine Oil Pressure

2020 Dodge and Ram Durango GT, AWDSECTION Checking Engine Oil Pressure
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  1. Remove oil pressure sending unit and install gauge assembly (special tool #C-3292A, Gauge, Pressure).
  2. Run engine until thermostat opens.
  3. Check oil pressure gauge:
    • Curb Idle - 25 kPa (4 psi) minimum
    • 3000 rpm - 170 - 758 kPa (25 - 110 psi)
  4. If oil pressure is 0 at idle, shut off engine. Check for a clogged oil pick-up screen or a pressure relief valve stuck open.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.