1997 Ford Explorer oil pressure sending unit

1997 FORD EXPLORER
128,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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HENRY LOWE
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how do i check my oil pressure sending unit? and what is the likelyhood of a bad oil pump?

updated:1/14/09
thanks!!! that answer has been wonderfully helpful.

respectfully,
doc
Feb 12, 2009 at 8:46 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
You need a gauge to check the oil pressure. It screws into the same spot the sending unit is. Many parts stores will lend or rent them, so I would check that. Also, oil pumps usually last a long time if the oil has been maintained. However, that doesn't mean they can't. Chances are you have a sending unit problem unless you hear internal engine noise like bearing, lifters...

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Joe
Feb 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
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