WebApr 8, 2015 · [EDIT: The gauge in the truck will show good if it's at 5psi, so it uses a more oil pressure than that to start the truck. In my uneducated opinion, I worry that a low pressure oil problem is the indication of a major engine failure like a bearing going through the pump. Just my opinion. V v0dka Registered Joined Feb 26, 2015 10 Posts WebJun 13, 2013 · 2003 6.0 Powerstroke I was driving and oil pressure low code came up and checked oil and smells Burnt it got up to 285 degrees changed low oil pressure pump and it didn't help. I don't see how it could be the high pressure pump maybe a main bearing? There was metal on the oil plug when I pulled it. Any ideas what could be wrong? …
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Feb 7, 2024 · WebSep 10, 2024 · You need to check base oil pressure, the pump could be bad or the cover or the pressure relief valve could have junk in it, or the drain back valve in the oil filter housing is broken. Check and see if the filter housing is filling with oil during cranking, … cultural implications in keyboard percussion
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WebAug 17, 2010 · In the bottom of the oil filter housing there is a drain plug that opens when the filter is removed. If this plug is leaking you wont build engine oil pressure. You can pull the oil filter and look into the housing with a flashlight. Way in the bottom at about the 2 o'clock position is a little button looking thing about the size of a nickel. WebJun 3, 2010 · 2004 f-350. Driving to work today,stopped and my check guages light came on, was showing zero oil pressure. I pulled over and checked oil level, it was full. It only does this at idle and returns to normal when RPM'S go past 800.It also is hard to start needing some throttle while cranking. :dunno: Thanks in advance for any help or ideas. WebJul 3, 2024 · 1) Disconnect the oil pressure switch and jumper the center pin to batt ground. It should cause the dash gauge to come up. If so, your pigtail-to-cluster is fine. If not, look there. 2) If the pigtail-to-cluster is fine, replace the sensor/switch. They are cheap and it will take you like 3 minutes. cultural imperialism in the african novel