Dodge D350 1990 - Lubricating Oil Pressure Low

Troubleshooting Logic
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Base Engine Components
DODGE Turbo Diesel
Lubricating Oil Pressure Low
Cause
Correction
Low Oil Level
Check/Replenish Oil.
Check for a Severe External Oil Leak
that Could Reduce the Pressure.
Oil Viscosity Thin; Diluted or Wrong
Specification
OK
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Malfunctioning Pressure Switch/Gage
Verify the Pressure Switch is
Functioning Correctly.
OK
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Relief Valve Stuck Open
Check/Replace Valve.
OK
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Plugged Oil Filter
Change Oil Filter; Review Change
Interval.
OK
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If Cooler was Replaced, Shipping
Check/Remove Shipping Plugs.
Plugs Left in Cooler
OK
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If Replaced, Four Cylinder Lube Pump
Verity that the Correct Pump is
Installed in a Six Cylinder Engine Installed.
Verify the Correct Oil is Being Used.
Check for Oil Dilution. Refer to
Troubleshooting Logic for
Contaminated Lube Oil.
OK
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