What is an oil pressure sensor?The oil pressure sensor is monitors the pressurization of the oil as it travels through the engine, and reports that pressure to the engine's computer. Show
 How does the oil pressure sensor work?Without the proper pressure, oil can't reach all parts of the engine or move as rapidly as it should, thus wearing it out faster. The oil pressure sensor is able to monitor this pressure and alert the computer when it drops to low. The computer can make changes to protect the engine and alert the driver of the problem. What are the symptoms related to a bad oil pressure sensor?When the oil pressure sensor fails, the signal that it sends to the engine's computer will be inaccurate, causing the engine's computer to behave as through the oil pressure is too high or too low. This may cause the check engine light or oil pressure warning light to illuminate on the instrument cluster. Also, the engine may be placed in limp mode for engine protection. Can I drive with a oil pressure sensor problem?A car with low engine oil pressure should not be driven. The engine may start and run normally, but without oil pressure, you can ruin your engine. If your oil pressure warning light is on, you should have the car towed to a repair shop. How often do oil pressure sensors need to be replaced?There's no set schedule for replacement, or even a way to predict when the sensor might fail. Most vehicles will never have an issue with the oil pressure sensor, and changing the oil and oil filter on time may help prevent premature failure. Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement Cost Estimates The average cost for an Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement is between $144 and $170 but can vary from car to car. Joined
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Discussion Starter · #1 · Aug 24, 2019 Hi I have a P0520 code. Most likely culprit is the sensor/sender itself right? I have a 2012 3.6L engine. I see on the service manual that I need to remove the intake. Do I need to buy the gasket set? or are they rubber/reusable? Thanks! Joined Aug 21, 2018 · 316 Posts
There is a TSB for oil pressure switch for that code. Joined Sep 3, 2014 · 39 Posts
Hi I have a P0520 code. Most likely culprit is the sensor/sender itself right? I have a 2012 3.6L engine. I see on the service manual that I need to remove the intake. Do I need to buy the gasket set? or are they rubber/reusable? Thanks! No need to remove the intake, just the engine cover.
The intake removal is only necessary for vehicles with the engine mounted longitudinally. On the vans, it is easy to get to from the driver side straight into the valley below the intake. You will need a special socket, though. I used Lisle 13250. Joined Sep 2, 2017 · 72 Posts
Discussion Starter · #4 · Aug 25, 2019 No need to remove the intake, just the engine cover. The intake removal is only necessary for vehicles with the engine mounted longitudinally. On the vans, it is easy to get to from the driver side straight into the valley below the intake. You will need a special socket, though. I used Lisle 13250. WOW. Very
good news! thanks! I even bought that exact socket! Thanks! Joined Jan 6, 2016 · 22 Posts
I just had to do this to my van - thanks for sharing tie video, was able to do this on the cheap and easy. Thanks!!! Joined Feb 22, 2020 · 2 Posts
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I have a 2012 town and country I replaced and senor reset the code and it's still throwing P0520 with no light what next steps can I take to solve this issue Joined Sep 2, 2017 · 72 Posts
Discussion Starter · #8 · Apr 3, 2021 I have a 2012 town and country I replaced and senor reset the code and it's still throwing P0520 with no light what next steps can I take to solve this issue DO NOT DRIVE THE VAN UNTIL YOU HAVE TESTED THE OIL PRESSURE AND FOUND IT OK. There is a possibility that the sensor is ok and you are having oil
pressure problems. If the oil pressure tests ok, you should check the wiring... if that checks ok, you may have gotten a bad switch out of the box. Its rare but it happens., Where is the oil pressure sensor located?The oil pressure sensor is typically located near the bottom or side of an engine, between the oil filter and the oil pan.
How do I fix code P0520?The P0520 and its related codes can be inspected by replacing the oil pressure sensor with a new sensor. This is the most common repair, followed by repairing any faulty wiring, connectors, or oil pressure gauges. Sometimes, a simple oil change and a new oil filter are needed.
Can I drive with code P06DD?Can I still drive? No. Driving with an active P06DD code and an illuminated engine light isn't recommended. This code is related to low oil pressure, which, if left undiagnosed, could potentially damage critical moving parts of your engine.
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