Chrysler Le Baron, Dodge Dynasty, Plymouth Acclaim. Manual - part 597
CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
Check oil pressure using gauge at oil pressure
switch location. Oil pressure should be 34.47 kPa ( 5
psi.) at idle or 205 to 551 kPa (30 to 80 psi.) at 3000
RPM.
(1) Remove pressure sending unit and install oil
pressure gauge (Fig. 13).
CAUTION: If oil pressure is 0 at idle, Do Not Run
engine at 3000 RPM.
(2) Warm engine at high idle until thermostat
opens.
OIL FILTER
CAUTION: When servicing the oil filter (Fig. 16)
avoid deforming the filter can by installing the re-
move/install tool band strap against the can-to-base
lockseam. The lockseam joining the can to the base
is reinforced by the base plate.
(1) Using Tool C-4065, unscrew filter from base
and discard (Fig. 14).
(2) Wipe base clean, then inspect gasket contact
surface.
(3) Lubricate gasket of new filter with clean en-
gine oil.
(4) Install and tighten filter to 20 N
Im (15 ft. lbs.)
torque after gasket contacts base. Use filter wrench
if necessary.
(5) Start engine and check for leaks.
Fig. 12 Measuring Clearance Over Rotors
Fig. 13 Checking Oil Pump Pressure
Fig. 14 Oil Filter
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