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2002 Saturn SL1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8
Oil Pressure Sensor: Description and Operation
2002 Saturn SL1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8SECTION Description and Operation
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (EOP) SWITCH
The Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) switch is located in the back of the engine block near the starter motor. The EOP switch is a normally closed switch that opens when engine oil pressure exceeds 3.6 +/- 2.2 psi. The PCM supplies ignition voltage through a resistor to the EOP switch. With ignition On, engine Off, the PCM EOP input will be low (near 0 volts, switch closed). When the engine is started and engine oil pressure exceeds 3.6 +/- 2.2 psi, the switch opens and the PCM EOP input goes high (ignition voltage).
OIL PRESSURE TELLTALE - The PCM sends a message to the I/P cluster over the Class II link to turn On the Oil Pressure telltale whenever the ignition is On and the EOP input at the PCM is low.
The Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) switch is located in the back of the engine block near the starter motor. The EOP switch is a normally closed switch that opens when engine oil pressure exceeds 3.6 +/- 2.2 psi. The PCM supplies ignition voltage through a resistor to the EOP switch. With ignition On, engine Off, the PCM EOP input will be low (near 0 volts, switch closed). When the engine is started and engine oil pressure exceeds 3.6 +/- 2.2 psi, the switch opens and the PCM EOP input goes high (ignition voltage).
OIL PRESSURE TELLTALE - The PCM sends a message to the I/P cluster over the Class II link to turn On the Oil Pressure telltale whenever the ignition is On and the EOP input at the PCM is low.
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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.