
Section 01 ENGINES (1503 4-TEC)
Subsection 04 (LUBRICATION SYSTEM)
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INSTALLATION AT CYLINDER HEAD
1. Remove this plug and install gauge here
Start engine and read pressure at different RPM
as per following table.
OIL PRESSURE
MEASURED AT CYLINDER
HEAD LOCATION
1503 4-TEC NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE
ENGINE RPM
PRESSURE kPa (PSI)
Idle (cold)
296 - 400 (43 - 58)
for a very short time
Idle (at 80°C (176°F)
Min. 138 (20)
4000 - 7500
172 - 241 (25 -35)
ALL 1503 4-TEC SUPERCHARGED ENGINES
Idle (cold)
400 - 497 (58 - 72)
for a very short time
Idle (at 80°C (176°F)
Min. 138 (20)
4000 - 7500
172 - 241 (25 - 35)
Reinstall plug.
PTO OIL STRAINER
NOTE:
The oil strainer does not need to be
cleaned at every oil change. Clean it during other
inspections, especially when the engine is disas-
sembled.
Removal
Remove:
– engine oil (refer to OIL CHANGE in the appro-
priate
VEHICLE SHOP MANUAL
)
– PTO cover
no. 5
(refer to PTO COVER/MAGNE-
TO section)
– oil strainer
no. 6
.
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1. Oil strainer
Cleaning and Inspection
Clean oil strainer with a part cleaner then use an
air gun to dry it.
WARNING
Always wear eye protector. Chemicals can
cause a rash break out in and an injury to your
eyes.
Check and clean the oil outlet area for dirt and
other contaminations.
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