Hi all;
I have a `99 1.6l automatic Protege.
Does anyone have advice about replacing the oil pressure sensor (which I understand is on the back side of the engine?)

Thanks for your help,
Barry

 

Hi;
I crawled under the car today, and sure enough, there is a sensor above the oil filter on the back side of the engine.
I am wondering if there is a second sensor? The dealer claims there is another one, and the parts diagram for the 99 protege shows a sensor to be located on the front right (driver side) of the top end. However, all I can see there is the electrics for the spark plugs...
Any additional thoughts?
Thanks,
Barry

 

Barry,

The service manual I have shows one and only one oil pressure switch which is the one you located near the oil filter. Removal and replacement is straightforward. The manual recommends a light coat of silcone sealant on the threads (doesn't specify a particular type, but obviously it needs to be oil resistant). Tightening torque is 9-13 ft-lbs.

BTW - I have a 99 w/ 1.6 also.

Hope this helps...

J

 

thanks for the info J; much appreciated.
Barry

 

i am stuck in the dumbest hold up...the wire connector wont come off the switch! i'll pulled and pushed and squeezed and yanked. i'm afraid to do something to that stupid wire. how did you get yours off? thanks

 

Hi, I never did replace mine.
However, I did notice the wire terminal was very hard to remove.
I suggest you don't worry, and just cut the wire. Have a new terminal available for the new switch, and crimp it on...