Engine lubrication system - check supply pressure
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2010
- Section
- Various checks › Engine lubrication system - check supply pressure
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM - CHECK SUPPLY PRESSURE
- Let the engine warm up (engine oil temperature approx. 100°C).
Op. 1084A42 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT SWITCH - R + R
- Fit the fitting in the engine oil pressure warning light switch seat.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860969000 | Connector | Engine lubrication system pressure test |
- Connect a pressure gauge to the fitting.
- Start up the engine only for long enough to check that the engine oil pressure is within the recommended values.
| Measurement | Value | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil supply pressure (idle speed) (bar) | 1.5 | 2.2 JTS |
| Measurement | Value | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil supply pressure (4000 rpm) (bar) | 5.0 | 2.2 JTS |
- Remove the pressure gauge.
- Remove the fitting.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860969000 | Connector | Engine lubrication system pressure test |
Op. 1084A42 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT SWITCH - R + R
- Let the engine warm up (engine oil temperature about 100°C).
Op. 1084A42 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT SWITCH - R + R
- Fit the connector in the housing for the enigne oil pressure warning light switch.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860969000 | Connector | Engine lubrication system pressure test |
- Connect a pressure gauge to the connector.
- Start up the engine only for long enough to check that the engine oil pressure is within the recommended values.
| Measurement | Value | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil supply pressure (idle speed) | 1.0 bar | 2.4 JTD 20V |
| Measurement | Value | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil supply pressure (4000 rpm) | 4.0 - 4.5 bar | 2.4 JTD 20V |
- Remove the pressure gauge.
- Remove the connector.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860969000 | Connector | Engine lubrication system pressure test |
Op. 1084A42 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT SWITCH - R + R
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