1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the fan control module No.2 with the connectors still connected. (Dual fan control module) (See
COOLING FAN COMPONENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]
.)
4. Remove the oil pressure switch.
5. Screw the
SSTs
into the oil pressure switch installation hole.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
8. Run the engine at the specified speed, and note the gauge readings.
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If not within the specification, inspect for the cause and repair or replace if necessary.
Fig. 4: Identifying Oil Pressure With SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Oil pressure (reference value) [oil temperature: 93.3°C {200°F}]
310-621 kPa {3.17-6.33 kgf/cm
2
, 45.0-90.0 psi} [2,000 rpm]
9. Stop the engine and wait until it is cool.
10. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
11. Remove the
SSTs.
on safety stands.
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Continuous exposure to USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in
laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water
immediately after working with engine oil.
NOTE:
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The oil pressure can vary with oil viscosity and temperature.
CAUTION:
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Be sure there is no sealant adhering to the first two threads
from the end of the oil pressure switch to prevent a possible
operation malfunction.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 ENGINE Lubrication (MZI-3.7) - Mazda CX-9
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