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| OIL PRESSURE CHECK
| Check engine oil quantity. Remove the oil pressure switch terminal.
| CAUTION Since sealant is applied to the thread of oil pressure switch, take care not to damage the oil pressure switch when removing it. Use the special tool Oil pressure switch wrench (MD998054) to remove the oil pressure switch. Install the oil pressure gauge. NOTE: Use an adapter of PT 1/8 thread. Run the engine to warm it. After the engine has been warmed up, check that oil pressure is within the standard value. Standard value: At idle: 29 kPa or more At 3,500 r/min: 294 - 686 kPa Remove the oil pressure gauge.
| Apply the specified sealant to the thread of oil pressure switch. Specified sealant: 3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
| CAUTION Do not start the engine within one hour after the oil pressure switch has been installed. Use the special tool Oil pressure switch wrench (MD998054) to tighten the oil pressure switch to the specified torque. Tightening torque: 19 ± 3 N·m Install the oil pressure switch terminal.

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