Oil Pressure Sensor: Description and Operation

The engine oil pressure indicator switch indicates low engine oil pressure. The oil pressure indicator switch has normally closed contacts that open when oil pressure is greater than 41 kPa (6 psi). The contacts will close when oil pressure is less than 14 kPa (2 psi). When the contacts are closed, the oil pressure signal is sent to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM then sends this signal to the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) through to illuminate the oil pressure telltale lamp on the PC.