2018 silverado oil pressure gauge fluctuations
This result in aerated oil and in the case of the tiny passages of hydraulic/roller lifters they fail to fully pump up. As aerated oil accumulates the pressure drops and can be seen on. The gauge. Your oil pressure gauge on the dash should read 38-45 psi at idle even on high mileage engines. Under moderate acceleration it should easily clear 60 ...2009 5.3 High oil pressure. Yesterday at start-up, my check engine light came on (steady), and my oil pressure was at 60 at idle. This didn't improve after warm-up. Truck was running normal, but would increase to around 80 psi at higher RPM's. My normal pressure is about 40 and increases to about 60 under load. Fram tough-guard for synthetic oil.2011 Sierra 5.3L Oil Pressure Fluctuation. I’ve looked through a good number of the threads on here and haven’t quite found anyone with the same issue I’m having. So while cruising down the interstate, my oil pressure will fluctuate between roughly 22 and 32 PSI, with no change in speed or RPMs. It just sorta bounces back and forth, but ...
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8 posts · Joined 2018 Add to quote; Only show this user ... #1 · May 9, 2018. I have a 2009 Silverado with 120k Miles and I've had the same issuers but without the lifter noise and I've replaced everything literally except, camshaft bearings. ... --Wrong Oil Filter--Faulty Oil Pressure Gauge on Cluster18 posts · Joined 2014. #1 · Dec 30, 2017. I have a 2003 Sierra Denali 1500 with 207,000 miles. I decided to change the oil yesterday. Started by draining the oil and I left the drain plug out, pulled the filter, let it drain. Went on to other things. Came back in about 10 hours, installed the drain plug, oil filter and oil.Oil consumption could be related to the quality of the oil in use or a side effect of the Dynamic Fuel Management System (Cylinder shut down to save fuel) or both. ... 2018 GMC Sierra, Denali Ultimate, 6.2L, Crew Cab, 4x4, Short Bed 50K miles. ... 2015 Silverado ltz 6.2 burns 2 quarts every 4000 miles. I don't like it either but 113000 now ...So after driving around a few days I was able to get average readings from live data on the scanner. Basically for all the fluctuations on the gauge the temperature is steadily between 106 and 109 deg Celsius. Mostly just sticking at 108 deg Celsius even when the gauge is moving wildly.Assuming it dropped to 25psi while stopped or off the throttle. IT is running between 25 and 30 psi at cruise speeds and about 20 psi at idle. It runs about 40 when cold. I have changed The pressure sensor and screen, that help little if any. tomorrowI am changing the oil, we'll see what that will do.Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by GYPSY65, Nov 12, 2018. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > Nov 12, 2018 #1. GYPSY65 Road Train Member. 1,938 5,219. Nov 16, 2012 SW FLA 0. i have a 2014 KW T660 with the Paccar MX13 motor ... The oil pressure gauge reads over 100 PSI though. If I'm sitting things are ok, but when I start moving I've started ...That is exactly what happened yesterday driving my 08 GMC Sierra 5.3 into town which is about 9 miles. About have way there the gauge bottoms out and the mes center said no oil presure stop the engine. The engine wasn't making any noise so I went on into town stopped at walmart checked the oil it was about 1/2 quart low.If you unplug the sender the gauge should go to the top, and if you ground the wire to the sender it should go to zero. I just checked, the needle drops below 275 kpa (40psi) when i turn the key to the "on" positon. then when i start the engine and let it idle ,the pressure goes up to about 343 kpa (50psi).The cost of replacing a faulty oil pressure sensor in a car can vary depending on a few factors. But on average, replacement cost should be in the range of $100 to $220 in most cases (including labor). The oil pressure sensor itself can cost between $30 and $100, while labor costs can range from $70 to $120. However, the cost of parts can vary ...The oil pressure will be slightly lower at idle, normally between 20 and 30 PSI on most car engines. Normally, it won’t go below the specified parameters set by the manufacturer. If the oil pressure drops …We have an 04 Chevy Silverado 4.8L 115,000 miles recently the truck has been having an issue starting, and the lifters are making noise till the truck warms up. So we are thinking starter and not so sure on the lifters. This truck gets an oil change every 3,000 miles with Mobil 1, lucas and either a wixs or K&N filter since we brought her new.My question is what is Normal oil pressure I have the 4.8 motor when motor is at normal operating temp ( 210 ) and while sitting at a light my pressure drops to between 25 28 pounds IS THIS NORMAL . While driving at 40 MPH the pressure is 40 pounds is this normal at 65 MPH it is around 44. I run 5-30 oil (Castrol ) Synthetic with a AC oil ...It's now idling at 30 mostly, but sometimes drops as low as 20 when warming up. Once I get it to operating temperature it's will increase with an increase in RPM, but once at idle it drops down to 30 again. Operating temperature readings: 1500-2000RPM=38-42PSI. 2000-2500=42-48. 2500-3000=48-55.In this video we show common causes and solutions for GM vehicle experiencing low or no oil pressure reading on the instrument panel. This condition may also...I am used to an oil change every 3,00 miles. Before the change, the gauge would read 40 psi at idle or while driving- no fluctuation. I changed the oil to pennzoil platinum and a wix filter because I have always used both products. Since the change, the gauge fluctuates at idle.Oct 20, 2012 · 07 Sierra 5.3 Oil Pressure Issues. Gentlemen; i have a 2007 GMC Sierra SLE 4X4 5.3 that has 243K on her but runs fine have replaced oil pressure sending unit twice (which by removing a portion of the rear manifold back plate plastic hose holder became an easy project) and still have intermittent oil pressure readings and when i turn on ignition ...New Covid infections appear to be surging in China due to the rise of the XBB sub-lineage of the Omicron variant....PFE How many days... are left in May? "Not enough" might be the ...Drove 10 miles and settled in at 37 psi (idle) and 45 psi driving. Accelerating held in gear gradually rises to 55 psi then at ~4500 rpm jumps to 87 psi as second stage operation jumps in. Below ~4100 rpm drops to 55 psi and then back to 37-45 psi cruise. This all sounds right to me, but curious what other folks are seeing with 2018 and newer V6.BRB46 said: The gauge goes to zero with key in off position, otherwise it's at 80. So with power on, it reads max. This could be the stepper motor, with only one "step", max; or, the sending unit produces a voltage change as the pressure changes, maybe the sending unit is only sending max voltage.My 2003 silverado 5.3 z71 engine rattles when cranked, the oil pressure rises slowly, and 20 psi below normal. Normally idle no less than 40 psi, now 20 psi. On hwy before 60 psi now 40 or less. what …I have a 1997 Silverado 3500 crew cab dually 7.4l with 135000 miles Check the voltage to the gauge it should be a steady I am not sure the gauge malfunctioning will cause a CE light to come on (I admit I may be wrong on this). But either way finding out the code may easily narrow down the problem. I recently had my oil pressure gauge pegged at 80 and checked to find a P0522 code, low voltage to the sensor. Changed the sensor and all is well.6 posts · Joined 2018 ... the guages were an easy fix. Unluckily, once working, the oil pressure gauge revealed a problem. Only a few pounds of pressure at idle and 15-20 pounds when driving when warm. Geeze, what have I gotten myself into. ... 2010 Silverado ECRB LT2 5.3L Flex 6L80E 3.42 Z60/Z82 HD Tow To me the oil pressure seems low as mine i I began noticing oil drips after taking my truck to an oil change place. And now a couple weeks later I notice my oil pressure fluctuating where it wasn't before. Or at least not this dramatically. @20-50 psi. Today it was closer to the twenty than the fifty. I stopped to check the level and saw it was low. Added some and pressure rose to over 40.My 2018 Silverado idles with about 25 psi of oil pressure (~1/4 of the gauge). This is considered normal, especially since the engine idles at around 475 rpm. Once I get on the gas a little bit (whether in park or under load), the oil goes up to about 50 psi (well over 1/2 the gauge). - 4 posts · Joined 2023. #1 · Dec 7, 2
The Oil Pressure gauge Stepper motor on our 04 GMC Sierra is failing, see what this looks like and note that it can happen to any of the gauges. If you have...Feb 18, 2024 · Had all kinds of issues such as tach, oil pressure and temp gauge fluctuating. Stabilatrack, service 4wd lights on. With check engine. Had codes for no ecm communication u0100-00 in ccm, ebcm, pscm, and bcm. Pretty much every except tcm. Also had other codes for invalid data. Really seemed like ground issues. So after checking and much frustration.Measurable and Quantifiable Data on Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Fluctuation. Normal Fluctuation Range: A fluctuation of 2 psi over a 4-hour ride is considered normal for rear tires with 49 psi, while 42 psi for front tires remains constant. Cold Start vs. Warm Idling: At a cold start, oil pressure can reach around 60 psi, while idling warm, it ...Causes of 5.3 Oil Pressure Fluctuating. The 5.3 oil pressure fluctuation is apparent as the light illuminates in the dashboard. As the light illuminates, it is a sign that requires you to turn the engine off or stop driving at once. However, if the oil pressure is zero or low, it will damage the engine. The oil pressure gauge fluctuates ...26 posts · Joined 2020. #23 · Sep 22, 2020. i own a 2020 Sierra 1500 with the 3.0L Diesel,... Normal oil pressure is about 20psi, idle, 0 to 40% throttle,.... at 45 to 75% Throttle oil pressure is about 40psi,... and 100% throttle mine goes and stays at 60PSI as long as its Floored. Like.
Apr 24, 2018 · 5 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Apr 24, 2018. I have a 2011 Texas Edition Silverado V8 5.3 Liter. 3 weeks ago the oil pressure pegged out. I had it replaced at a Chevy dealer. This particular chevy dealer has done all the work on my truck. The oil pressure usually read between 22 - 32 psi normally. This seems to be normal.Insights magazine. Contact Us. Assessing Oil Pressure on Certain Full-Size GM Pickups. Should you encounter a fluctuating oil pressure gauge on certain GM pickups, namely the 2019–2020 Silverado 1500 and …350. Camar068 said: Not that I've done it, but knowing how sensors work, you should read variable resistance at variable pressures on a sensor. Take an ohm meter to it (disconnected from the vehicle). It will fluctuate with none/more/less pressure to it. Just blow into it or use a syringe to put pressure on it.…
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8663 posts · Joined 2015. #2 · Dec 31, 2023. Normal pressure, then dropping as the oil temp goes up, is unlikely to be just the oil pump. It's more likely to be worn bearings. 2004 Sierra 3500 dually, 6.0L extended cab, cab&chassis flatbed, upgraded to 4wd. 2012 Silverado 3500 dually, 6.0l, crew cab, long box replaced w flatbed.Jun 4, 2018 · Mdesteiguer Discussion starter. 28 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Jun 4, 2018. On my '02 Silverado the oil pressure stays constant at 40-42 psi from idle to 70mph. It usually sits at about 45psi at idle and 70-80psi at 70mph. Engine seems to be running very good as it usually does.*** Want to use the same tools im using from this video ?? Click on the amazon links***10 piece extension kit- https://amzn.to/3uEQdVcAutomotive Pick Tool- ...
Aug 13, 2021 · Reasons for a fluctuating oil pressure. While it is normal for an oil pressure gauge to fall and rise while driving, here are some reasons why it happens. 1. An actual automotive problem. An oil pressure gauge can rise and fall if the car has an automotive problem, but it is rare. 2.Also out: DVD rentals, MP3 players, and sewing machines. Every three years, New Zealand reviews the items it includes in a basket of goods that it uses to measure inflation, which ...
Canaan Inc (NASDAQ:CAN) report You definitely would be hearing lifters and rattle it it is 0 psi. Nope. It's quiet. Probably the screen and or sensor. You could always stop by a part store and get a gauge to test it. Maybe change the filter just in case if you think the preasurr is definitely low. I don't think the pressure is low. 2011 Sierra 5.3L Oil Pressure Fluctuation. I've l350. Camar068 said: Not that I've done it, 143. Location. Alberta. Mar 29, 2017. #8. Originally Posted By: Wingman. My son has a 2005 GMC pickup with a 5.3L V-8, with 180,000 miles. Occasionally, at idle, the oil pressure will drop almost to zero, and the oil pressure light will illuminate. I have been doing some reading, and it seems this is a common problem with this engine. 1 answer. 2003 yukon denali oil pressure switch pegged ov Oil pressure must go up with higher rpm's. 38-40 at idle and 60 or so at high rpm would be more normal for that truck. I'd guess you have a gauge problem (common on that generation truck) or a sending unit problem. '13 SLE 4x4 ExtCab 5.3 6sp 3.42 G80 Z82 Z60 Fire Red. Bought new. 25,700 miles. Frk9100.117 posts · Joined 2015. #5 · Sep 12, 2016. If you are going to pull the sensor for possible replacement, before you buy a new sender hook up a good old fashioned mechanical oil pressure gauge to be sure that it is not some other mechanical issue causing the pressure to actually be that high. Jeff Borowski, 2011 Silverado, 1500, 4X4, EXT Cab ... The results were immediate. The gauge was reading oilSo much for the shale boom. Here, a brief tour of why AmericaEverything seems fine. However, I notice my oil pressure 120 PSI It's about 50PSI too much for a duramax. Duramax's at idle run about 30PSI and running down the freeway at 70 miles an hour about 60PSI or so depending on engine load. You probably have a sensor issue. 2016 Chevy Silverado High Country 3500 Duramax LML, Banks Idash, Airdog 4G with BD performance fuel heater, Oil Bypass system. A review of nearly 15 million words from CSR reports of G The oil pressure check valve inside the pan is designed to open at 55 psi to bypass the oil filter in event of oil filter failure. If your running more than 55 psi at highway speed. Your oil filter is being by passed and allowing contaminants into the engine. My suggestion is run it. If it is not ticking or knocking. 641 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Mar 14, 2020. my 98 k1500 withFor reference, my original oil pump failed while idling in my drivew 83882 posts · Joined 2006. #7 · Oct 4, 2020. That's either a faulty sending unit or bad wiring/connectors. Hopefully not the PCM input/oiutpiut. An oil pressure gauge sender is a variable resistor that changes an electrical signal with changes in oil pressure - so the gauge is actually a voltmeter. Bad or no inputs and they go freako.