Sunday, April 21, 20132003 - 2009 Chevy Silverado high oil pressure fixed,oil sending unit replaced
My 2003 Sliverado started ticking when I was on the highway. I noticed the psi on the oil gauge was 80. After checking the oil I decided to replace the oil sending unit. I got a new one at Auto zone for $39. I had to buy a new 1 1/16 " deep socket.You will need an extension and that swivel piece for your ratchet.
The cover on the top of the engine had to come off. Only 1 bolt holds it on. The oil pressure switch is behind every thing on the right side. Check pictures. The wires have a clip that holds them on. I had to put my head on the hood section and reach one hand around the left side and the other around the right. I could not see the switch the hole time it was in. I got a picture with my phone of the socket it was in. I had to put tissue in the deep socket so the threads would show out the end. I used thread tape to help seal the new switch. It was hard getting to it both hands are cut. I had a hard time getting the wire harness to clip my hand wouldn't bend that way and push it over the clip. After I got it in I drove down the street. The psi on the gauge is now 40 and moves up and down when I change speed. Here are some pictures good luck.
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