What Is A Oil Pressure Sensor?

Oil pressure is vital in your vehicle to ensure metal does not slide against other metal components in your engine. Since lubrication and free flow of parts is essential for function, oil is what submerges or separates parts to make sure they are working together instead of against each other. The pressure sensor is in charge of ensuring your engine oil is always kept an optimum pressure level within your engine. It reports it to your car’s computerized systems and can make adjustments to engine oil in your oil pan. By doing so, it can optimize the pressure to allow for more efficient drives.

Common Signs And Symptoms That You Need to Replace An Oil Pressure Sensor

• Check Engine Light is lit
• Engine is automatically replaced in reduced power mode
• Will report inaccurate oil pressures resulting in leaks or damage

How Important Is This Service?

Driving with improper oil pressure means parts can literally break down or overflow with oil. This computerized system is vital not just for performance, but safe driving. We recommend you do not drive this vehicle, and have an expert mechanic come by your office or house instead to take a look. If you require this service or are facing these issues, feel free to chat with one of our specialists on standby.