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Description and Operation
Oil Pump: Description and Operation
The MINIMUM oil pump pressure is
41.4 kPa (6 psi)
at curb idle. The NORMAL oil pump pressure is
207-552 kPa (30-80 psi)
at 3,000 RPM or more.
CAUTION:
If oil pressure is ZERO at curb idle, DO NOT run engine.