Engine oil pressure warning light switch - r + r
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 159 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2011
- Section
- Engine lubrication › Engine oil pressure warning light switch - r + r
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT SWITCH - R + R
Removing
- Position the vehicle on a lift.
- Make sure that the ignition key is in the OFF position, then disconnect the battery terminal (-).
| Description | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | See A001 BATTERY |
Op. 7055B54 UNDER ENGINE PROTECTION/GUARD - R.R.
1. Loosen the band and disconnect the condensed oil recirculation pipe from the crankcase sump.
1. Disconnect the electrical connection from the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
| Description | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Insufficient engine oil pressure sensor (switch) | See K030 LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR (SWITCH) |
2. Undo and remove the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
Refitting
- Replace the engine oil pressure warning light switch in its housing and tighten it to the recommended torque.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switch for engine oil pressure warning light | M14 | (support side) 2.3 - 2.8 | 1.9 JTD 8V 1.9 JTD 16V 2.4 JTD 20V |
- Connect the electrical connection to the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
- Connect the condensed oil recirculation pipe to the crankcase sump and tighten the band.
Op. 7055B54 UNDER ENGINE PROTECTION/GUARD - R.R.
- Connect the negative battery terminal.
- Remove the vehicle from the lift.
Removing
- Make sure that the ignition key is in the OFF position, then disconnect the battery terminal (-).
| Description | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | See A001 BATTERY |
1. Disconnect the electrical connection for the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
| Description | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Insufficient engine oil pressure sensor | See K030 LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR (SWITCH) |
2. Remove the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
Refitting
- Replace the engine oil pressure warning light switch in its housing and tighten it to the recommended torque.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switch for engine oil pressure warning light | M12 | 1.8 | 1.9 JTS 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS |
- Connect the electrical connection to the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
- Connect the negative battery terminal.
Removing
- Position the vehicle on a lift.
- Make sure that the ignition key is in the OFF position, then disconnect the battery terminal (-).
Op. 7055B54 UNDER ENGINE PROTECTION/GUARD - R.R.
1. Disconnect the electrical connection from the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
| Description | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Insufficient engine oil pressure sensor (switch) | See K030 LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR (SWITCH) |
2. Undo and remove the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
Refitting
- Replace the engine oil pressure warning light switch in its housing and tighten it to the recommended torque.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switch for engine oil pressure warning light | M14 | (support side) 2.3 - 2.8 | 2.4 JTD 20V |
- Connect the electrical connection to the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
Op. 7055B54 UNDER ENGINE PROTECTION/GUARD - R.R.
- Connect the negative battery terminal.
- Remove the vehicle from the lift.
Removing
Op. 1016A10 SOUND-PROOFING COVER - R.R
1. Undo the bolt (1a) securing the bracket (1b) for the engine oil heat exchanger coolant outlet pipe (1c).
1. Disconnect the electrical connection for the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
| Description | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engine oil pressure sensor (switch) | See K030 LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR (SWITCH) |
2. Undo and remove the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
Refitting
- Replace the engine oil pressure warning light switch in its housing and tighten it to the recommended torque.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switch for engine oil pressure warning light | M12 | 1.8 | 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS |
- Connect the electrical connection to the engine oil pressure warning light switch.
- Tighten the bolt securing the bracket for the engine oil heat exchanger coolant outlet pipe.
Parts & tools for this job Staging For 2005 Alfa Romeo 159
- TOOLOBD2 scannerSearch: OBD2 scanner
- TOOLDigital multimeterSearch: automotive digital multimeter
- TOOLBack-probe test leadsSearch: back probe test leads
Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.