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Oil Gauge ?? i have a 1990 Dodge Omni with the 4 cyl 2.2L motor auto trans with AC and i wanted to know how do you go about puting in a OIL PRESSURE GAUGE IN that kind of car i looked in the repair book but it don't have nuthing listed on it please KELP!!

What would cause the oil pressure gauge to max out? My GF has a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the pressure gauge maxed out, and she said smoke started coming from the hood. I haven't wanted to start it and risk causing further damage until i know what's wrong. There is oil in the vehicle, and i turned the key enough for gauges to work and it the oil gauge goes to max.

How do I put an oil pressure gauge in my truck? I asked a questions before about my oil pressure, but before I do anything I want to make sure it's not just my gauge. On autoparts stores websites they sell oil gauges, I guess they could do on top of your dash. I don't know how to put this in my truck. What do I need? How involved is the job? I'm probably more than capable of doing this, I just never have before. I have an 87 ford ranger with a 2.9liter by the way.

What does full pressure on the oil gauge mean? My car was really slow to start and when I began to drive my oil pressure gauge showed full pressure, it was all the way to the right. When I accelerate the pressure goes to full, but when I am at idle it drops into normal range. I checked my oil and the level is normal. What could the problem be?

Why does my oil gauge go up when the engine heats up? After starting the engine the oil gauge will go down and stay down when the engine heats up. I've checked the oil and transmission fluid, What should I do and should I drive my truck?

Why does the oil gauge on my Ford Explorer bounce up and down? The oil gauge goes all the way down then flickers for 2-4 seconds then goes back to the normal level in the middle. While this is going on the gas light also lights up, the gas light turns off when the oil gauge goes back to the middle. Does anyone know what the problem is and what the price would be for a fix? Thanks

Should the oil level be on the top on fuel gauge(oil gauge)?How much below the top level can we use engine ? Should the oil level be on the top on the fuel gauge(oil gauge) ? How much below the top level can we use the engine (vehicle) ?

Why is my oil pressure gauge going crazy? I have a 1999 dodge ram truck. I noticed today the oil gauge is jumping all over the place. It goes below 40 when im idling and then goes up when I accelerate, then goes down again and keeps jumping back and forth when im driving. It gets very close to the upper line but not touching it. I did check and I have oil. Can somebody help please?

How do I reset the oil gauge in my 2009 Chevy Cobalt? I don't want to go to the dealership and pay all that money to get my oil changed just so they can reset the oil gauge. How can I reset the gauge myself? It is a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt

98 ford explorer oil gauge shakes or is unsteady? The check gauge light is constantly coming and my oil gauge shakes back and forth slightly. I check the oil level and it seems fine. Any ideas?

When initially starting my Ram 1500, the oil gauge does not work, if I stop the engine and restart, it works.? When I initially start the engine, the oil pressure gauge does not work and the "check gauges" light comes on. If I immediately stop the engine and restart it, the oil pressure gauge starts working. This works every time. Is this a faulty gauge or faulty oil pump? 2004 Ram 1500 model.

'03 Wrangler oil gauge drops in idle and returns midway when driving. Any suggestions? I have an '03 Jeep Wrangler and the oil gauge needle drops while in idle but shoots back to the halfway point when driving. I just got an oil change today and of course I'm headed back there in the morning but I'd like to go in with something. There are no leaks that I can tell and all caps and plugs are in. I'm stumped.

Question about installing after market oil gauge? I have a 96 eclipse. I just ordered a volt meter and oil pressure gauge and I wanted to get it installed tomorrow. But my vat only has a stupid idiot warning light so when installing the oil pressure gauge am I gonna need and thing extra besides what come with the gauges kit?

why does my oil pressure gauge keep going up and down in pressuer? my oil gauge on my jeep cherokee keeps going up in down in pressure, why?

Oil Gauge reading changes while driving my MERC? My 95 Mercedes E320 oil gauge changes changes and goes down to almost 1 whenever I use my car brakes. Otherwise in is normal. Could this be a sign of an electrical problem? The wiring harness has never been changed. What do think could be the problem?

Just changed the oil and my oil gauge is reading very high.? I just had my oil changed in my 1995 Jeep Cherokee and they talked me into thinsetec oil. Now when I step hard on the gas my oil gauge jumps past its highest rating which is 80. Before my gauge would jump to 3/4 when I hit the gas, but now it really goes high. I was wondering if its a bad gauge or crappy oil.

Tapping noise and oil gauge dropping then going back up? I had a tapping noise as I accelerated then I noticed the oil gauge would drop all the way down for a split second then come back up. The truck is a 1997 ford ranger with 118,000 miles on it.

What are the oil pressure gauge and temperature gauges in a car for? I understand what the oil pressure gauge is measuring just not sure what importance oil pressure has. And what does the temperature gauges measure? There's a digital read out for the temperature in and outside the car but there's another one.

Oil gauge on 2003 Suburban goes to 0 when engine hits high RPM? When the engine on my 2003 Suburban hits a high RPM, the oil gauge goes to 0, then goes back to 80 lbs. when RPM drops back down. What could be the problem? Thanks for the answers.. I'll check it and see.

Why is my oil gauge fluttering? Ive got a '98 F-150. After I drive it for 20 minutes or so, when I come to a light and idle, the oil pressure gauge starts to flutter and jump up and down. Its not going from high to low, but just jumping around a bit. Any ideas?

What does the oil pressure gauge mean when its low on a 92 cavalier? I have a 92 cavalier with only 75000km. The dial gauge for oil suddenly red lined low on me. I immediately checked my oil and it was low. I added oil and the problem has gone away. Is the problem that simple? Did I just need oil?

My oil pressure reads 20 on the gauge is this a sign I need a new oil pump? I have a 2004 chevy silverado 4.3 liter. When the truck is warmed to operating Temperature the oil pressure gauge reads a 20. The middle of the gauge says 40. I didn't know if this is a problem issue. Just wondering thanks.

How to install oil pressure gauge on a 2008 chevy aveo? i need to know where to run the oil line on the engine. cant find any pics. also, there a aftermarket volt gauge i need to hook up to. not sure how that hooks up. any info will help. thanks.

Where is oil gauge sending unit located on 1997 Ford F150? Can not find the oil gauge sending unit on a 1997 F150. I know it there but finding it has been tough

The oil gauge needle on my dashboard is stuck all the way to the right. How does one fix this? It happened after a oil change at the dealer a couple of years ago. I have a 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. The car runs ok.

what is the procedure for installing an aftermarket oil pressure gauge on a 2006 chevrolet malibu? do i have to remove any other parts to get to the oil pressure sending unit? and do i have to splice into the original sending units wiring? will it effect my computer programing? will it affect the vehicles performance? the gauge is electronic. thanks ahead for the info.

When driving my truck for a bit and begin braking or come to a complete stop, the oil gauge moves up and down? 2002 Ford Ranger, also seems the engine sputters a bit when the oil gauge flutters....

Why would my oil gauge be flickering? I have a ford explorer 2003 truck, I recently had my alternator replaced and when we got it back my engine was making a rattling noise and my oil gauge now permanently flickers...we changed the oil just a few days ago and it's still doing it. Also the noise settles down after driving about 5 minutes down the road. What could be causing this problem?

When I step on brakes my oil gauge jumps up and down just like the voltage gauge when the alternator goes out? Gmc Jimmy 1998 this started a month ago after I replaced alternator for jumping on the gauge but the oil gauge jummping when I brake and starts making weird noise

where is the oil pressure gauge hooked up out on a 89 chevy s10 tahoe? i have a 89 chevy s10 tahoe that am trying to add a oil pressure gauge to and cant find the place to hook the tube at on the engine It's a 4.3L v6 single carb.

Why does my oil gauge go up when I rev the engine and then back down while tail pipe smoking? Just replaced the water pump. It's a 1997 chevy silverado with a 350 in it. Oil is a little milky so I think it's the head gasket. Any quick and easy suggetions? Should I try stop leak?

I have a home heating oil tank and you can smell fumes from the oil gauge - how unsafe is it? I plan on replacing the tank and the furnace this spring. There is no oil leaking but I believe the fuel oil guage is damaged as there is tin foil holding it in place. You can smell the fumes as soon as you approach the oil tank. I have 2 small children and want to know if this is affecting any of our healths and if so am I able to call my insurance company to have this problem rectified. Thanks in advance.

How does an oil temp gauge work? I'm trying to instal a digital oil temp gauge on my bug but the sender unit that is supplied requires drilling. VDO makes two types of sender units for my car but I don't know if they will work with the gauge I'm thinking about buying. My question is do all sending units work the same that maybe I can cut the wires and switch them? I really like the digital look, it's like new verse old. Please hep!!!

Why is my oil gauge reading so high? When I start my car, the oil psi reading is at 120 and then when I hit the gas slightly it goes all the way to end? the gauge only goes to 120, and when Im driving the gauge reads way past 120. Anyone know it is like this and how I fix it? Or any potential problems? There is a SMALL oil leak that has been there for a while. But the oil doesn't drip not now not ever. THe oil pan is a little wet with oil but the oil has NEVER hit the ground. This just started happening recently.

Why does my oil pressure gauge drop when giving gas, then raise when letting off? It is a 1996 Dodge 1500, 318 v-8, when I give it gas, the oil pressure gauge drops, when I let off, it rises, (approx. 40 lbs when I letoff, goes to approx. 12 lbs when I apply the gas)

How to install oil pressure gauge in 76 ford f100? My f100 has the one piece all electrical gauge cluster, and the temp and oil don't work anymore. I bought the gauges, and cables, but i can't find where to plug in the oil pressure nylon tube.

Oil gauge on car peaked as I took foot off gas and dropped back to normal as I put foot on the gas. Pleez help the gauge never dropped below normal, but fluctuated b/w normal and peaking on the gauge. When I had foot on gas, it dropped to normal, but when I took foot off the gas, the gauge peaked.

1999 Cherokee Classic oil pressure gauge started showing high pressure but no check light and still runs good? Car has under 100,000 miles and has been well maintained with the oil being changed every 3,000 miles. This problem started suddenly on one cold morning (the car is not garaged). Instead of peaking at the normal gauge position near the center, the pressure started as it usually does, but continued to climb and maxed-out on the gauge. No check engine light or other indications. After allowing the engine to cool and checking the oil level, restarted with the same indications -- pressure built as it should, then maxed-out on the gauge. Suspect either a faulty sensor or gauge. How do I check the sensor with a voltmeter and where is the sensor located?

My Silverado has a knock and my oil gauge is down to zero when I start it, then it goes back up? It started this about a year ago could it be my oil pump is going out and how much would this cost to have it repaired?

my 97 tahoe oil gauge moves up and down? the oil gauge moves up when i accelerate and drops when i idle. what could dat be and how can i fix? i just did oil change last weekend because i thought dat was it.

Oil pressure gauge reads high all the time? I have a 77 t/a with 400 6.6 litre engine. My oil pressure gauge, when ignition is off reads 80 psi. When I turn the ignition on it reads as far as it can go high. I've never seen it go below 80 psi. It has a new sending unit and it makes no difference whether the sending unit wire is on or off the unit. What could the problem be?

Why is the oil pressure gauge stuck on 70psi on my chevy van? I changed out the oil pressure gauge because it was reading high and its still doing it even with the new one on, is it a fuse or something thats bad, how can I fix it to have it read an accurate pressure when driving or in idle?

Why is my oil pressure gauge moving up and down so much? I just bought a 1990 GMC Sierra and when I drive through town the oil pressure gauge moves up and down a lot but not when I’m driving on the highway, I don’t know what that means do any of you?

does anybody know how to hook up oil gauge? i have a 1980 camaro w/350 and have a mechanical oil pressure gauge and not sure where to hook it up, and wire for electrical temp. gauge.any url's or ?

when i start my 1999 ford explorer sport in the mornining the oil gauge sticks on low? the needle stays pinned on low and the dashboard idiot light check gauge comes on.after it runs for about 3to5 minutes the needle jumps sparadically then goes to normal pressure and then all is fine for the rest of the day.this makes me nervous,any help is appreciated.thank's ken

What causes oil pressure gauge to go down besides low oil? In question is my 1991 Ford Explorer. The oil pressure gauge, in the two years I've owned the car, has never gone more than 1/8 into the "normal" range (in fact, I don't recall noticing it move at all before we had some non-related repairs made, maybe that made me more aware?). However, when I was driving it home two nights ago on the freeway, it dropped down to the red zone. I checked the oil level, which was a bit low, so I had an oil change done (which I was due for by months, but not by miles). The reading is only slightly above what it was before, and still dips into the red zone when I accelerate. I checked the oil level just in case they did something funny at Jiffy Lube, but the level is fine now. What else could my problem be?

does any body know how to hook up an oil presure gauge? i have a after market oil presure gauge i want tried to install on my 89 325is bmw. but i dont know how, can some one help me please.

my gmc 99 suburban oil gauge when i start the truck is pinned at 80 and the motor is clacking loudly for 5min? then gauge goes back to 40 and all seems fine what is this ?

Why is my car's oil temperature gauge below 140 degrees? I have a 2004 Chevrolet Impala with a V6 engine. I just had the oil changed a few weeks back but this was going on before that. When I start my car and drive for the first few minutes the oil temperature gauge is below the 140 mark and looks to be "dead". After a little driving the oil temp goes up to about 180 and stays around there. Why is this happening?

How to check the oil pressure, if the gauge is not working? my oil pressure gauge is broken, so is there some other way to check the oil pressure on a 1999 Ford 3.0 v6 (Ranger pickup)

how much to install a oil pressure gauge? what would a fair mechanic charge to install a oil pressure gauge in a 1996 eclipse, if i give him allhe needs, gauge wires and gauge pod?

why does the oil gauge on my xj6 stay full over in the freeze? the oil light goes out as it should but the guage goes right over and stays there though the engine is running spot on ! thanks tony.

oil gauge on 1997 jeep grand cherokee not working? The oil gauge on my 1997 jeep grand cherokee reads 0 pressure and I have plenty oil in pan according to the dipstick. what is the first thing that I should check? Also where is it located? Thanks

1995 Chevy Blazer and Oil Pressure Gauge Drops when Idle? I have a 1995 Chevy Blazer Vortec 4.3 and when I stop at a light or something and go to idle the oil pressure gauge drops about 25-50%. Is that normal or no? I also just changed my alternator.

99 suburban oil gauge is low but my engine is rebuild what to do? the engine is quite no noise when i step on the gas the gauge goes back up and stay till i let it idle.

oil pressure gauge has oil in it and it leaks out onto dash how do i fix this? i bought brand new gauges and my oil gauge now hasd oil inside it and it leaks out onto my dash. it didnt do this with the old gauge what the heck is the problem and how do i fix it thanks

Oil pressure gauge stays on L for 5 minutes? When I start my truck, the oil pressure gauge stays on L for like 5 minutes. I will drive it and after maybe 5 miles or less, it will kick up to the normal spot of the halfway point. I was wondering what would cause this and ifs a big deal. It does this more so when its cold. This vehicle is a 2000 Ford Explorer Limited Edition.

Hydraulic hose for an oil pressure gauge? I have some hydraulic hose (3000psi R17 SAE1000) and was wondering what kind of heat it will take? I know brake hoses (hydraulic line) can see 300+ degrees. I just wanted to get a second opinion about using this hose for a mechanical oil pressure gauge. I have read around and seen it can handle 212F+ and 250+ but I never found a correct answer.

94 dodge ram oil gauge jumped around stalled and now oil light on and truck wont start?

Why does my 2000 Ford Ranger oil pressure gauge jump? I have noticed recently that the oil pressure gauge in my truck drops to zero then jumps back to normal when I accelerate from a complete stop. It's only for a split-second. If I accelerate any other time it's fine even from a near stop. What gives? Turns out that it was low on oil. I'd feel pretty silly but my hubby thought that maybe the filter was clogged.

I recently purchased a 1986 jeep cj7. Noticed oil gauge is now reading zero; not sure why..? I have been driving it for a few days now, no problems. Noticed this evening while driving that the oil gauge reads zero. I checked the oil, looks fine; seems to be running fine any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

having problems with the oil pressure gauge in 2000 prelude? i had it connected through the oil sending unit through the oil filter adapter that i bought specifically for the car ,,, 1st it's still leaking oil while didn't have the problem prior to installing that adapter... 2nd when i first connected it , it was working fine then the gauge started fluctuating and stoped working only while the car is idle (without hitting the gas),, but when step on the gas the gauge pressure goes to normal and starts working fine .. and i think that happens when the car has been running for a while after heating up ...

2000 ford explorer oil gauge flutters then drops to L. just started shaking a little and making a little noise? Recently had an oil change and have checked the levels but they look fine. Any suggestions?

My 1999 Mustang's oil pressure gauge fluctuates constantly from mid point down to low while driving.? While on the highway going about 65-70, I heard a rattling noise and saw that my oil pressure gauge was doing this. What could be the problem? Hope it is not something too expensive. I didn't check the oil because it's too late now, but I will check it tomorrow morning.

My oil gauge and gas gauge in a 1992 ford explorer dont work.? Since the two are on the same panel could it be a fuse and if so what fuse? My boyfriend swears it's not a fuse but I dunno....

Mark IV 454 oil pressure gauge mounting location? Where on the Mark IV 454 big block chevy engine do you mount the oil pressure gauge? It was actually in the front lower driver's side of the engine, near the oil pan.

How can I adjust the fuel gauge on an oil tank? The fuel gauge for my oil tank, a Granby, is off by about 1/4 of a tank. Everytime the oil company comes to fill it, the gauge stops at a little over 3/4 of a tank; and, yes, I can do the math and realize that when it's near "E", there's really only 1/4 tank left of oil. BUT, I still want to adjust it. Is this something I can do myself, and if so how, or should I just have the oil company do it? Oh, the guage is on top of the tank. It's a glass tube with a disc attached to the top of a tiny rod inside that gradually lowers as the oil is depleted.

what can be wrong with my my 88 p/u chevy 1500 the oil gauge goes up and down when idling and then dies? please any good help will be apreciated thanks the truck dies out.And its a 350 5.7L 4X4 the idle is rough when shifting through the gears.Thanks.

I just change the oil in my 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee and now the oil pressure gauge is reading 0.? What could be the problem?, and is there a way to reset the oil pressure gauge?

Should my oil pressure gauge be moving? 2001 Dodge Durango 4.7L SLT. When increasing acceleration the oil pressure gauge moves to the high side and when letting off of the gas moves to the low side. Is this normal?