Is 40 psi oil pressure good at idle?
The ideal oil pressure varies depending on the car brand and model, but generally, the ideal oil pressure is between 25-65 PSI. A PSI over 80 is usually considered too high for the engine to properly be protected from damage.
Will thicker oil improve oil pressure?
Yes thicker oils will increase oil pressure, but will reduce engine horsepower. Excessive oil pressure may explode the oil filter, damage seals, blow out oil passage plugs or even damage bearings.
Where should my oil gauge be at?
The needle on the pressure gauge should settle at the midpoint after the car has been running for about 20 minutes. If it settles toward the top of the gauge, it could be indicating high oil pressure.
What does Cat C13 low oil pressure mean?
Cat C13 low oil pressure. Cat C13 low oil pressure. I have a Cat C13 Lee15325 I cannot locate the atmospheric pressure sensor. Everything points to the front of the engine but nothing there … read more
What kind of oil pressure does a cat have?
Cat Man, I have a C13- KCB30625 that has low oil pressure (30psi cold- 20psi warm 7psi hot). I have replaced the filter base and the oil pump.
What should the oil pressure be at idle?
Thanks for the information. Your idle oil pressure is ok. Minimum is 10 psi at idle. But minimum psi above 1800 is 40 psi. It sounds like your oil pressure is to low. This is a common problem on the C13 engines. There are two things I have seen cause low oil pressure.
What is the Flash code for a Cat C13 motor?
I have a 2005 Peterbilt with a cat c13 and I have the following code: intake valve actuation system oil pressure voltage high. PID 385 FMI 3 FLASH CODE 95 … read more Hello, I have a oil pressure concern with a C13 motor. This Hello, I have a oil pressure concern with a C13 motor. This motor is a 2005 motor installed in a MCI motorcoach.