Oil Level Switch - Replacememt

88acura01

February 16, 1988
YEAR MODEL APPLICATION
1987 LEGEND ALL
COUPE
87-027
Oil Level Switch Replacement (Supersedes 87-027, dated October 26, 1987)


PROBLEM

The information center displays the "CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" message when oil level is only 1/2 quart low.


CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the oil level switch.


1. Warm up the engine, then drain the engine oil.

WARNING: A warmed-up engine and the oil in it are hot; be careful not to burn yourself.

2. Remove the oil pan.

3. Remove and replace the existing oil level switch.
Torque: 12 N-m (1.2 kg-m, 9 ft.lbs.)

4. Remove and replace the oil filter, according to the instructions that come with the filter

5. Reinstall the oil pan, using a new pan gasket.
Torque: 14 N-m (1.4 kg-m, 10 ft.lbs.)

6. Reinstall the drain plug, using a new washer, and refill with the recommended oil.
Torque: 45 N-m (4.5 kg-m, 33 ft.lbs.)
NOTE: Reset the oil/filter change interval on the information display according to the following instructions:

^ Push the SYSTEM CHECK button two times for the "CHANGE OIL/FILTER in (x) MILES" display.

^ Push and hold the SERVICE RESET button (behind the SYSTEM CHECK door) until the steady tone stops (about three seconds).


PARTS INFORMATION

Oil level switch: P/N 37310-PH7-023


WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

Operation number: 111025

Flat rate time: 1.1 hour

Failed part P/N: 37310-PH7-013 [NEW]

Defect code: 074

Contention code: B01