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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000MALIBU V6-3.1L VIN JREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOIL PRESSURE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J
Oil Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the engine oil pressure sensor.
4. Remove the engine oil pressure sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the engine oil pressure sensor.
Tighten
The oil pressure sensor to 16 N.m(12 in lbs.)
2. Connect the electrical connector to the engine oil pressure sensor.
3. Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.