Oil Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair

Engine, 5.7L/Lubrication/SENSOR, Oil Pressure/Removal

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. Drive Belt
3. Remove the upper generator mounting bolt.
4. Raise and support the vehicle.






5. Remove the lower splash shield retaining bolts (1) and the splash shield.






6. Remove the lower generator retaining bolts (1).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Position the generator aside to gain access to the oil pressure sensor.






9. Disconnect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector (1).






10. Remove the oil pressure sensor (1).

Engine, 5.7L/Lubrication/SENSOR, Oil Pressure/installation

INSTALLATION

NOTE:Apply Mopar� Thread Sealant with PTFE to the sensor threads before installing into the engine block.






1. Install the oil pressure sensor (1).






2. Connect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector (1).






3. Position the generator and install the upper mounting bolt finger tight.
4. Raise and support the vehicle.
5. Install the lower mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 55 N.n (41 ft. lbs).






6. Position the lower splash shield and install the retaining bolts (1).
7. Lower the vehicle
8. Tighten the upper generator mounting bolt to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs).

CAUTION: When installing a serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. The water pump may be rotating in the wrong direction if the belt is installed incorrectly, causing the engine to overheat.

9. Install the accessory drive belt Drive Belt
10. Connect the negative battery cable.