Low Oil Pressure

Low Oil Pressure May Result From One Or More Of The Following Conditions:

- Low oil level. Fill to full mark on oil level indicator.
- Slow idle speed.
- Incorrect or malfunctioning oil pressure switch.
- Incorrect or malfunctioning oil pressure gage. Replace with proper gage.
- Improper oil viscosity or diluted oil. Install oil of proper viscosity for expected temperature, or install new oil if diluted with moisture or unburned fuel mixtures.
- Oil pump worn or dirty.
- Plugged oil filter.
- Oil pickup screen loose or plugged.
- Hole in oil pickup tube.
- Excessive bearing clearance. Replace if necessary.
- Cracked, porous or plugged oil galleries. Repair or replace block.
- Gallery plugs missing or misinstalled. Install plugs or repair as necessary.
- Camshaft worn, or poorly machined. Replace camshaft.