Whats wrong

Tiny
SHALLON
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  • 1996 GMC TRUCK
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 16,300 MILES
Service engine light came on oil pressure goes up when throttle goes up and then goes back to normal when let off
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 AT 12:31 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge, if normal replace the oil pressure switch. If abnormal could mean oil pump and engine bearing.

Have the computer scanned for code/s-you have a problem within the engine management system that caused the CEL to turn on-This is your starting point of diagnosis, finding out what's going on
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Saturday, February 12th, 2011 AT 12:40 AM

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