Originally Posted by SilverWolf
Ok, so a few months after I purchased my Crossfire, I To put my fears to rest, I want to test the oil pressure myself and see. But I haven't the foggiest idea where would be the best place to tap into the oil system and get an accurate reading from the topside of the motor. I know I could most likely just tee into the stock oil psi sensor fitting, but it's freezing out there and if I lie on the ground for more than a minute, I might not get back up!
Hows this. Shop manual, section 9 page 662.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
1. Remove the oil pressure testing plug (1) at the base of the
oil filter housing.
2. Install oil pressure test gauge assembly.
3. Start the engine and monitor the gauge readings.
CAUTION: If oil pressure is 0 at idle, Do Not Run engine at
3000 RPM
4. Oil pressure (engine at operating temperature):
Curb Idle
34.5 kPa (5 psi) minimum
3000 RPM 300–724 kPa
(45–105 psi).
5. If the oil pressure is 0 psi at idle, shut the off engine and
check the pressure relief valve; it may be stuck open or
have a clogged oil pickup screen.
6. Install the oil pressure test plug and tighten to 10 N·m (89
in. lbs.) after testing is completed.