2000 Chrysler Town and Country Repair Question
Asked on March 23, 2009
2000 Chrysler Town and Country OIL sensor alarm on dash boa
Engine Performance problem
2000 Chrysler Town and Country 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 150000 miles
recently my oil pressure sensor alarm has been coming on intermittently when coming to a stop.the vehicle is well maintained with frequent oil and filther changes.ther are no leaks and the levels are good.If i power brake the vehicle gently raising the RPM to 750-850 the alarm stops.Could this be a clogged sensor or tune up issue or pump issue.I cannot find the recommended rpm at idle setting.
2000 Chrysler Town and Country 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 150000 miles
recently my oil pressure sensor alarm has been coming on intermittently when coming to a stop.the vehicle is well maintained with frequent oil and filther changes.ther are no leaks and the levels are good.If i power brake the vehicle gently raising the RPM to 750-850 the alarm stops.Could this be a clogged sensor or tune up issue or pump issue.I cannot find the recommended rpm at idle setting.
Answer
Replied on March 23, 2009
hi:
When the light comes on, do you hear any knocking or ticking from the engine?
Let me know. Also, take a look at the oil sending unit. I believe it is right above the oil filter. See if there is any oil on it.
Joe