1992 Jeep Wrangler oil pressure

1992 JEEP WRANGLER
160,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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OPENX
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When I turn my ignition on the oil pressure jumps all the way to 80, before my motor is started. What could cause this?
Sep 2, 2008 at 4:58 PM
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RASMATAZ
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For that to happen when engine is not started-replace the oil pressure sending unit and inspect the wiring.
Sep 2, 2008 at 5:24 PM
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