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Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Always On



ENGINE OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR ALWAYS ON

DIAGNOSTIC FAULT INFORMATION

IMPORTANT: Always perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Testing and Inspection

CIRCUIT/SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The engine oil pressure (EOP) switch is a normally closed switch that opens with the proper oil pressure. With the ignition switch turned ON and the engine not running, the engine control module (ECM) should detect a low signal voltage input. With the engine running, the pressure switch opens, and the ECM should detect a high signal voltage input. The ECM tests the state of the EOP circuit with the ignition switch turned ON, and the engine turned OFF. If the ECM detects a high voltage input on the EOP signal circuit, DTC P1189 will set.

CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
1. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Engine Oil Pressure Switch parameter is Low.
- If not Low, replace the instrument panel cluster (IPC).
2. Ignition OFF, disconnect the EOP switch.
3. Ignition ON, engine ON, verify the scan tool Engine Oil Pressure Switch parameter is Ok.
- If Ok, replace the EOP switch.
- If Low, test the signal circuit of the EOP switch for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: Always perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verification Tests

- Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement for the 2.2L engine
- Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement for the 2.4L engine
- Control Module References for the PCM and IPC replacement, setup, and programming