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GMC Master
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Engine Oil Pressure Sensor / Switch Replacement
Removal & Installation
4.3L Engine
To Remove:
Oil pressure sensor removal/installation (4.3L engine shown)
- Clean the area near the oil pressure sensor.
- Remove the distributor.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the oil pressure sensor.
- Using J 41712 or equivalent, remove the oil pressure sensor from the fitting.
NOTE: Note the orientation of the oil pressure sensor fitting before attempting to remove it. This is so it can be installed in the original position.
- Remove the oil pressure sensor fitting, if necessary.
To Install:
NOTE: If the fitting has been removed, clean and apply sealant to the threads before installing it.
- Install the fitting until snug, if it was removed.
- Tighten the fitting to 11 lb ft (15 Nm). Continue to tighten the fitting until in the original position.
- Apply sealant to the threads of the sensor.
- Install and tighten the sensor to 22 lb ft (30 Nm).
- Connect the electrical connector to the oil pressure sensor.
- Install the distributor.
- Check the engine oil level and adjust if necessary.
4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L Engine
To Remove:
- Remove the engine sight shield.
- Disconnect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector.
- Using J41712 sensor socket or equivalent, remove the oil pressure sensor.
To Install:
- Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent, to the threads of the sensor.
- Using J41712 sensor socket or equivalent, install the oil pressure sensor.
- Tighten the sensor to 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm).
- Connect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector.
- Install the engine sight shield.
6.6L Diesel Engine
To Remove:
- Raise and safely support the vehicle
NOTE: Clean the area around the sensor. Do not allow debris to enter the engine
6.6L Oil pressure sensor
- Remove or disconnect the following:
- Engine oil pressure sensor electrical connector
- Engine oil pressure sensor using a suitable tool
To Install:
- Apply sealant to the threads of the oil pressure sensor
- Install or connect the following:
- Engine oil pressure sensor and tighten the sensor
- Torque to: 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm)
- Engine oil pressure sensor electrical connector
- Lower the vehicle
- If required, check and adjust the engine oil level
- Test drive the vehicle to confirm the repairs
8.1L Engine
To Remove:
- Remove the engine appearance cover.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the oil pressure sensor.
- to remove the sensor.
To Install:
- If installing the old sensor, apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent, to the threads of the sensor.
- Using J 41712 or equivalent, install the sensor.
- Tighten the sensor to 22 lb ft (30 Nm).
- Connect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector.
- Install the engine appearance cover.
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