1997 Dodge Ram LOW OIL PRESSURE PROBLEM

373,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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BUNDLEOFJOY06
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I am having problems with my oil pressure. the pressure seems fine around 35-40psi when the truck is cold but after it gets to normal operating temp it drops. here recently the oil light come on when i drive but it doesn't stay on, it flickers. if i push the gas the pressure goes back up still lower than before but better. until i go to stop then the light comes back on and pressure drop. i read that someone else kinda had this problem and was told it might be coolant in the oil but i am not losing any coolant nor have any other problems with the truck. please help.
Feb 22, 2010 at 7:29 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge,if normal replace the oil pressure switch.If abnormal could mean oil pump and engine bearing.
Feb 22, 2010 at 7:34 AM
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