1995 Dodge Ram oil pressure fluctuation

1995 DODGE RAM
160,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ACD1188
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The oil pressure in my Dodge Ram has recently been dropping to or very close to zero when I come to a complete stop, it doesn't always happen but usually it does. However when i get back on the gas it instantly comes back up to 35-40, the normal range.
Jan 21, 2010 at 8:22 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Hi acd1188, Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation

What you need to do here is check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge if normal replace the oil pressure switch abnormal oil pump pressure relief valve could be sticking-for me sounds more like the oil pressure switch is out of calibration
Jan 21, 2010 at 9:12 AM
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