indicator says no oil pressure

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WHMAMA
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2003 Ford Explorer 4.6 Liter V8 4wheel drive 123,000 km
Automatic 4 door---indicator says no oil pressure, oil is ok
already replaced sending unit --oil pressure gauge completely flat -- warning indicator on instrument panel says low oil pressure-- any suggestions?
Nov 13, 2007 at 12:17 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there to be on the safe side you should have the oil pressure tested with an external gauge, this is screwed into the oil pressure switch port and a true oil pressure reading is given, with this information you will know if you have any real concerns.

Mark (mhpautos)
Nov 13, 2007 at 1:07 PM
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WHMAMA
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Thanks for your reply Mark (mhpautos) but where would I get an external oil pressure gauge? Any suggestions
as to where I could borrow one without actually having to buy it?
Nov 13, 2007 at 2:38 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

I would ring your local workshop, they should charge only about 1/2 Hr to test. or try local spare parts shop and see what they have, ask any mechanically minded friends they may be able to help. As i am in Australia, I'm not sure as to what services you can contact there for the hire of this tester.

Mark (mhpautos)
Nov 13, 2007 at 3:05 PM
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