Powertrain

Engine Oil Pressure Sensor. Removal and Installation

10steps
~60min
3/5difficulty
010203040501813N·mlb·ft
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Materials

Name Specification
Engine Oil — SAE 5W-20 — Semi-Synthetic Engine Oil
XO-5W20-Q1SP
WSS-M2C945-B1

Removal

  1. Position the vehicle in NEUTRAL on the lift.
    Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
  2. Remove the retainers and the lower engine splash shield.
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation
  3. Remove and discard the engine oil filter.
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation
  4. Disconnect the engine oil pressure switch electrical connector.
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation
  5. Remove and discard the engine oil pressure sensor.
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation

Installation

  1. Install a new oil pressure sensor.
    Torque: 159 lb-in (18 N·m)
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation
  2. Connect the engine oil pressure switch electrical connector.
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation
  3. Lubricate the O-ring and install a new engine oil filter.
    Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Engine Oil / XO-5W20-Q1SP (WSS-M2C945-B1)
    Torque: 128 lb-in (14.5 N·m)
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation
  4. Install the engine shield and clips.
    Ford Fusion. Oil Pressure Switch. Removal and Installation
  5. Check and adjust the engine oil level.
    Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Engine Oil / XO-5W20-Q1SP (WSS-M2C945-B1)

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