Where is the oil sending unit located?

Tiny
BARLETTCOX
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  • 1997 FORD EXPLORER
  • 5.0L
  • V8
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 230,000 MILES
I have the vehicle listed above XLT model. The oil gauge is fluctuating. I suspect the oil sending unit is faulty. I want to replace it but I can't find it on my make and model. I need a picture of its location and I need to know the best way to get to it.
Friday, August 22nd, 2025 AT 11:26 AM

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Tiny
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Its on the drivers side on the block near the oil filter you can access it by removing the left front wheel and the splash sheild iin the wheel well then youl see it it has one wire . Good luck
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Friday, August 22nd, 2025 AT 12:49 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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The oil pressure can fluctuate when the oil pump pick up is clogged, here is the location of the oil pressure sender which is down by the oil filter as requested. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Sunday, August 24th, 2025 AT 11:31 AM

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