Tools Required

J 41712 Oil Pressure Switch Socket

Important: Clean the area around the oil pressure sensor. Do not allow debris to enter the engine.

1. Remove the distributor. Refer to Distributor Replacement .
2. Disconnect the fuel pump/oil pressure sensor electrical connector (3).



3. Using J 41712 , remove the fuel pump/oil pressure sensor.




Important: Note the alignment of the engine oil pressure sensor fitting prior to removal.

4. Remove the fuel pump/oil pressure sensor fitting, if necessary.

1. If installing the old fitting, apply sealant to the threads of the fitting. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for the correct part number.
2. Install the fitting until snug, if necessary.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




3. Tighten the fuel pump/oil pressure sensor fitting.

Tighten

1. Tighten the fitting to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
2. Increase torque until the centerline of the fitting (1) is 50 degrees from the centerline of the crankshaft (2).



4. If installing the old sensor, apply sealant to the threads of the sensor. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for the correct part number.
5. Using J 41712 , install the sensor.

Tighten
Tighten the sensor to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).




6. Connect the fuel pump/oil pressure sensor electrical connector (3).
7. Install the distributor. Refer to Distributor Replacement .
8. Check and adjust the engine oil level, if necessary.