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Oil Level Sensor: Inspection

INSPECT ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR

Partially immerse the sensor in an oil bath and warm up the oil bath.

Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard resistance

STANDARD RESISTANCE REFERENCE

Tester Connection	Condition	Specified Condition
1 - 2	ON, 20°C (68°F)	Below 1 Ω
	OFF, 20°C (68°F)	Below 1 Ω
	ON, 60°C (140°F)	Below 1 Ω
	OFF, 60°C (140°F)	10 kΩ or higher

Fig 1: Inspecting Engine Oil Level Sensor

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If the result is not as specified, replace the sensor.