Engine Oil Pressure Sensor And/or Switch Replacement Cadillac Escalade GMT800

Tools Required

J 41712 Oil Pressure Switch Socket

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1. If necessary, remove the engine sight shield. Refer to «Engine Sight Shield Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L (RPO LQ4))»(ref-180687-S32663973432005072800000) or «Engine Sight Shield Replacement (6.0L (RPO LQ9))»(ref-180687-S12210361512005072800000) .
2. Disconnect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector (1).
3. Using J 41712 or equivalent, remove the oil pressure sensor.

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1. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent, to the threads of the oil pressure sensor. NOTE: Refer to «FASTENER NOTICE»(ref-175132-S17785009232005041500000) in Cautions and Notices.
2. Using J 41712 or equivalent, install the oil pressure sensor. Tighten Tighten the oil pressure sensor to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
3. Connect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector (1).
4. If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to «Engine Sight Shield Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L (RPO LQ4))»(ref-180687-S32663973432005072800000) or «Engine Sight Shield Replacement (6.0L (RPO LQ9))»(ref-180687-S12210361512005072800000) .

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1. Drain the engine oil. Refer to «ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT»(ref-180687-S07131035292005072800000) .
2. Disconnect the oil level sensor electrical connector (6).
3. Remove the oil level sensor from the oil pan.