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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010MUSTANG BASE, 2D COUPE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATIONDIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGENGINEOIL PRESSURE TEST
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic
Oil Pressure Test
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Oil Pressure Test
NOTE:
Inspect the engine for installation of an aftermarket oil filter. Review oil and filter maintenance history to make sure that the vehicle has not gone beyond the standard Ford recommended oil change intervals. Check the engine oil level and check the oil for contamination. If the oil is contaminated, engine damage can occur. The source of the contamination must be identified and repaired as necessary.
- Disconnect and remove the Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) switch from the engine. Refer to theENGINE - 4.0L SOHC , ENGINE - 4.6L (3V) , and ENGINE - 5.4L (4V) for the procedure.
- Connect the Oil Pressure Gauge to the oil pressure port.
- Run the engine until normal operating temperature is reached.
- With the engine at idle record the gauge reading.
- Run the engine at 2,000 RPM and record the gauge reading.
- The oil pressure should be within specifications; refer to the SPECIFICATIONS in the appropriate engine procedure.
- If the pressure is not within specification, GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.