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Figure 3-12. Oil Pressure Indicator Lamp Figure 3-13. Oil Pressure Switch 3 Figure 3-14. Oil Pressure Gauge
4 Banjo bolt Washers (2)
d0414x3x s0269a3x d0146x3x Gauge 1. Adapter 2. 3. 4.
pump, plugged oil filter element, incorrect oil viscosity, broken
If the indicator lamp is not extinguished, it may be the result of
the lamp wiring, faulty oil pressure sending unit, damaged oil
a low oil level or diluted oil supply. In freezing weather, the oil
feed and return lines can clog with ice or sludge. A problem in
first. If the oil level is OK, determine if oil returns to the pan
from the oil return hose. If oil does not return, shut off the
To troubleshoot the problem, always check the engine oil level
or weak spring in the oil pressure relief valve and/or damaged
or incorrectly installed O-rings in the engine may also cause
repairs are made. Failure to do so may result in engine
lamp illuminates when the ignition is first turned on (before
the engine is started), but should be extinguished once the
See Figure 3-12. The red OIL PRESSURE indicator lamp illu-
minates to indicate improper circulation of the engine oil. The
the lamp is still lit, stop the engine at once and do not
ride further until the trouble is located and the necessary
check the oil supply first. If the oil supply is normal and
If the oil pressure indicator lamp remains lit, always
SPECIALTY TOOL Oil pressure gauge Oil pressure gauge adapter Fill oil tank to proper level. See 1.4 ENGINE OIL AND See Figure 3-13. Remove oil pressure switch from crank- See Figure 3-14. Install adapter (2) in oil pressure switch Assemble banjo bolt (3), washer (4), oil pressure gauge (1) banjo fitting and second washer onto adapter and Start engine and allow to reach operating temperature. NOTE Oil pressure should be 30-38 PSI (207-262 kPa) at 2000 Stop engine. Remove oil pressure gauge assembly from Reinstall oil pressure switch. See 8.37 OIL PRESSURE
CAUTION
OIL PRESSURE OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LAMP the indicator lamp to remain on. engine until the problem is located and corrected. CHECKING OIL PRESSURE Check operating oil pressure as follows: case. See 8.37 OIL PRESSURE SWITCH. mounting hole. Tighten adapter until snug. tighten until snug. Engine oil should be at normal operating temperature (230° F/110° C) for an accurate reading. RPM and normal operating temperature. oil pressure switch mounting hole in crankcase. 2006 Softail: Engine
HOME engine is running. damage. (00157a) PART NO. HD-96921-52B HD-96921-110 1. FILTER. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. SWITCH. 3-14