Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement - Chevy/GMC 5.3L, 4.8L, 6.0L

[@xatasteofchaosx1457]

Thank you for this video!!! I was able to fix mine because of it! 2007 Chevy Avalanche LT with the 5.3L Vortec V8. Wow though, this is a hell of a job to do. It took me 3 attempts to get it and a lot of swearing. There is literally no room back there. Though it would be easier if you disconnect the fuel line(which I did not do). I actually broke the connection stem on the sensor when taking it off so that was the point of no return. You really just have to be patient and take your time with this and you will more than likely cut up your hand and bruise your arm because of the hood support there. I used the sensor socket and then a 1/2 swivel followed by a 3 inch extension and because i only have a 3/8 wrench, I had to use a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter then my swivel head wrench. I when using the wrench to loosen the old part is when I snapped the sensor stem so when I put the new one on I had to use my hand on the extension to tighten as much as I could then I used the wrench to snug it. Be very careful when doing this, make sure the socket does not come up and angle or you will break it. Also fishing that damn filter out is a pain in the ass!!! Overall it was a 1.5/10 experience and I hope I never have to do it again! Sorry for the long comment.

[@graphicd00d75]

Thanks for the detailed video! I used it for reference while replacing my '03 Tahoe. I didn't have a oil pressure sensor socket, so I used a 1-1/16 deep socket. Also, the last tip about using your cell phone to video and take pics of the oil pressure sensor area helped me find it in the beginning and end when installing it. It also helped me see if I had a filter. Luckily, I didn't have one which was a plus. Seeing other videos showing them taking the manifold off was so unnecessary and added steps you don't need to do. I guess if you have gigantic hands, you would have to take this route.

[@underdog365]

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[@SchrodingersBox]

Great job Mike. Factory manual says to pull the intake but not necessary. I always thread in an oil pressure gauge before replacing sensor just to make sure mechanical pressure is correct and that the gauge wasn’t correctly reporting low pressure

[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks man! Yeh, that's a great tip to mechanically check the pressure. Thanks for watching! ~Mike

[@allenhenry1113]

How did you go about testing your system mechanical ?

[@ImBeneficial]

Thank you so much for this video, this was the only video I could find that made it simple enough for me to find and locate this stubborn little sensor. For anyone who is thinking: "Should I do it myself, or should I take it to the shop/family mechanic?" - I would say try and do it yourself! The hardest part for me was locating the correct sensor (its really hidden back there as mentioned/shown in video) but after locating, the job is straight forward: 1 ratchet, long extension, & an angle extension piece (made this SO much easier), and the sensor socket & a little fidgeting to remove/install. After changing, this solved my oil leak IMMEDIATELY. I had a BAD oil leak coming from the transmission case gasket area (so much that I THOUGHT THE GASKET WAS THE CULPRIT) , and it was gone after the oil sensor replacement aswell as the "check oil pressure" warning lights on the dash, and the "check engine oil level" - Both dash lights disappeared immediately (fresh oil change was also done). So yeah, thank you @GoTech!

[@travissteinkraus6307]

A 27mm 6 side socket will also do the same as the fancy socket

[@wtf1231122]

I was looking for this comment. Thank you

[@Ihaveseenjesus.]

Best video for removing the oil pressure sensor..thanks a million sir

[@terryharvey4811]

Any time you have a threaded shaft with a hole in the middle, torque to spec is a got to do. The 2 types of things I make sure to torque are brake caliper banjo bolts and pressure sensors. Neither of these do you want to leak or break.When I hit 70 years old {72 now}, I started loosing some muscle mass, so now to be sure I'm tight enough, I torque damn near everything. WHICH MAY BE A GOOD THING. {That I torque everything, not the getting old part, that sucks}

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Terry, thanks for watching! I try to torque everything too. Better safe than sorry! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@04cateye]

this will help me a ton! my oil pressure gauge just started showing 80 (which is max on my 2004 silverado) no matter if i’m idling or driving.

[@559caliii]

Did it had the oil filter or screen?

[@Nate-yu2xs]

I'm just here because I like to watch oil pressure sensors getting installed 😏🤣🤣. All jokes aside, I'm preparing for changing mine because my gauge is pegged high. Doesn't seem to bad tho. Thank you for the clear and concise video. 💪

[@cadwacker]

Best video so far. A good picture is worth a thousand words. Thank you sir!

[@GoTechTraining]

Glad you liked it!

[@EddieTheGrouch]

Timely and helpful. I need to do this soon and was not aware to look for a screen. With little room and doing the job by feel - that alone might have led to a fail. Thanks a bunch!

[@swiftaudi]

What year? I believe the screens didn’t start until mid to late 2000. The screen is 2-3$ if you have one just get it regardless. Removing it with a pic like he did usually ruins them. Honestly not sure how else to remove one though.

[@GoTechTraining]

From what i've seen it's mostly on the AFM systems. Either way, like Thomas said, maybe pick one up just so you have it just in case. Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@cpcoark]

A trick to remove the screen is to use a long bolt. If I remember correctly it is 1/4". Screw it in several turns and pull it out.

[@rrmech11]

👍👍It was great telling your viewers about the screen. Of course I already knew it had one.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Richard, of course! Hope you liked the vid! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@noahbessman5063]

Thank you, solved my low oil pressure light! Very tricky to get the socket on the old sensor, not a lot of space to work back there. TQ wrench with narrow arc-swing really helps

[@ecaparts]

Great video. If you are working on an older truck, I would recommend to confirm the oil pressure gauge and scan tool data match (or gauge sweep test). There has been so many gauge cluster issues in the past that effected many years and GM models. 👍

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Jim, thanks! You are totally right, GM clusters in those years had a bunch of issues for sure! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@allenhenry1113]

Wow, I've seen some clips where they take the manifold out to repace the sensor. I know i will be doing it this way for sure!! Thanks for sharing your informative & helpful clip👍👍👍👍👍

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Thanks for the video Mike. It's a good idea to use the torque wrench on as much as you can, or as many specs as you have for fasteners. I really hate it when tech's and installers don't use a torque wrench on tire/wheel lug nuts!

[@GoTechTraining]

There's spec for a reason, right Mike!? Thanks for watching! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@jkrush28]

@@GoTechTraining My dad is a retired A&P mechanic and Inspector. He taught me the best rule of thumb if you don't have a torque wrench handy while working on a car: hand tight, then snug with a wrench or socket, then 1/4 turn for everything that doesn't include head bolts, tranny bolts or the integrity of the frame. He's done it that way on his own vehicles for over 55 years and no problems yet. I've done it that way on mine for over 30 years and no problems yet. And I've replaced two engines in my own vehicles when they hit 200k+ miles.

[@BayonetRedneck]

Oil drain plug!

[@Francisco-w3s]

Thanks for the video. Had to help my dad because his hands are too big 😂

[@thebaldmechanichardatheari1124]

Good a great job video. Good work. Like your channel you are not a show off and a lot times you take advice from your comments. Good work.

[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks a ton man! Nobody knows it all and the ones that say they do are lying. I just love the community and sharing and learning with everyone. One big, messed up, greasy family ;) Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@moosemobileautorepair]

Hi Mike, I hope you're doing well. Thanks for the informative video.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey, thanks! I'd doing better than I deserve! Hope the same for you and your family :) Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@tn-music]

Excellent quality video. Thank you!

[@jamesbergfeld5923]

I did mine a month ago in cleaned surface with brake clean and air before removal.

[@GoTechTraining]

That's a great tip James, thanks! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@jakeneufeld5885]

Thanks!

[@connermacmillan3714]

Pretty certain mine is done in it lol pressure was all over the place was pissing from the back of the motor buddy of mine had this same issue he replaced his and the fast leak stoped hoping my wires and threads didn’t get screwed up doing the job in the morning this definitely helped

[@salvadorgutierrezr5914]

Good teaching Mike 👍🙏and thanks for teaching us

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Salvador, thanks for watching! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@scuba422123]

wow that changed fast! i think service info says to pull the intake a lag bolt or 8mm bolt can extract that filter a topside creeper would work nice on that job hope all is well mike!

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Scuba, thanks for watching man! Yeh, the book says to yank the intake...craziness! A topside creeper would be nice. I use a huge sheet of foam I got a while back, works ok. Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@ronaustin9690]

Thanks you made it easy to understand

[@billrimmer5596]

Always like your vids Mike!!

[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks Bill!! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@OzMechanics]

Is it true that the only vehicles that have the filter under the sensor are the ones with the afm system ?

[@GoTechTraining]

Hi Oz, You are correct, the purpose of the filter screen is to filter out contaminants from entering the AFM lifter system. I have not seen the screen on Non-AMF vehicles. Ryan W, Technical Instructor

[@justinscott3106]

Thanks you! This is a big help 👍🏼

[@brentperkins6521]

I tried replacing it myself but couldn't get it to break loose. I was using two extensions put together and was afraid I was going to break something. I since have a wobble extension, so I'll be trying that. I did cut up my hand pretty bad trying to get back there because there is no room!

[@KaosTheoryEVE]

DId this today thanks to your video - Unfortunately I am still sub 20 PSI on oil pressure so the pickup line o ring is next...

[@wyattoneable]

Great job Mike!

[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks dude! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@nancyfromkingbolen2428]

Hey Mike, great work! Must helpful!

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Nancy, thanks for watching! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@Glide1992]

Very informative video. Just what I wanted to know. Thanks. Subbed and liked.

[@nicknicu1787]

Very common problem on those cars! 👍

[@GoTechTraining]

For sure Nick, for sure! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@Cchmiucn]

This video was very well done thanks

[@GoTechTraining]

Thank you very much Kevin! ~Mike

[@GoTechTraining]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! ~Ryan

[@ProsperOfficial]

27mm socket will work as well if you don’t want to spend $16 on the specialty socket.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hello Prosper, Good tip! Thanks for reaching out! ~Ryan

[@drzjhoker9339]

Thanks 🎉

[@DependableAutoTruck]

good job thanks have changed several of them

[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks for watching! You do them without pulling the intakes? Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@DependableAutoTruck]

@@GoTechTraining yes. It's so odd I had installed 2 or 3 when someone said that they sure wished that there was a way to install without removing intake I didn't say a word it was one of the shops that knows everything

[@natewheeler8129]

Very helpful video thank you

[@williamwilkesjr.9494]

Great info as always Mike. I happen to have a 6.2 L GMC. Thanks for all you do friend.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey William, thanks for watching!!! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@gerardodonaire699]

Simple and Great 👍

[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks for watching Gerardo! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

Thanks for the video 👍

[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks for watching bud! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@natureandrandomstuff]

Would the sensor on my 2014 gmc sierra 1500 be located at the same spot as on this one?

[@GoTechTraining]

Yes is will be in the same location. ~Ryan

[@djosbun]

If it weren’t for you and Scanner Danner, Mike, KZbin just wouldn’t be that good.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hahha thanks Dave, I appreciate it. I think KZbin would still do alright without me though ;) Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@rickrogers2649]

@@GoTechTraining I agree with Dave's comment and would add Eric O. and Ivan to the list. I found your channel because of Eric O's recommendation. You guys are all awesome' Thanks for all you do. 👍👍

[@CravinMorehead420]

Mine went out today. What a coincidence haha

[@GoTechTraining]

Talk about perfect timing huh! Thanks for watching Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@slowestrider4918]

Do you have the link to where to buy that special socket? or part number? Thanks.

[@yourfellowgamer7060]

I'll soon be down and out bad my 2011 gmc sierra has an oil sending unit behind the block I tried to change it recently and stripped the new sensor now I can't even get the old one to start back in and it's super difficult to find a 16mm x 1.5 tap would this work if I could find the right tap?

[@ronmiller7248]

Mike, I've got a 2009 Express 2500 4.8L where the oil pressure on the console is no longer working. Would my sensor be in the same place as in the video? Thanks.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Ron, yes i'm seeing it in the same spot on the 4.8L. Should be a pretty simple job if you can take the engine cover off from inside the van.

[@ronmiller7248]

@@GoTechTraining Thanks

[@ChannelMarker]

Hey man is this the same process for a NB 07 4.8L? My sensor is bouncing between 0-80

[@guysawka818]

Hi are you still there?? I have a 2012 avalanche and a different video says gotta remove the manifold . ???

[@kevintinaodman4943]

Great video I replaced my oil pump with a high-volume oil pump I replaced my pickup tube I replaced my oil sending unit end filter my gauge is still descending to zero telling me I have low oil pressure I hooked up an internal oil pressure gauge at cold start I had 80 lb of oil pressure warmed up to 210 running temperature I was idling at 59 lb of oil pressure if I have this kind of oil pressure why am I still getting the low oil pressure warning in my vehicle is the oil pressure relief valve in the oil pan causing my low oil pressure at this oil sending unit any good information would be nice thanks.

[@johndurante2322]

So do you put the filter screen in or out? What happens if you don't use the filter??

[@GoTechTraining]

Hi John, The filter is there to filter engine oil for the VLOM or cylinder deactivation system. I recommend replacing or cleaning it anytime you remove the oil pressure sensor. Thanks for reaching out! ~Ryan Wilsing

[@GavrielMorris]

How do you know if it was in there? I took mine out last night and couldn't feel a sensor but I'm also worried I might have pushed it down into the motor

[@ricknelson4793]

I crawled in there and looked at mine with a bright flashlight and decided to pay for mine to be replaced. Neck,left arm,and lower back problems kept me from trying to do it. Getting older older usually comes with challenges!

[@Maxspeed996]

out of curiosity, how much did you end up paying?

[@ricknelson4793]

@Maxspeed996 if I am remembering correctly it was around $120 parts and labor done at a self owned shop. Probably took them 30 minutes or less on my 2005 Chevrolet k1500 Silverado.

[@toywrench1]

Gen 3 97-07 is faster with intake on of you have right sockets, extensions, and a universal. Gen 4 is faster by removing intake AND BOLTS. be sure you have a tool to remove the quick connect fuel line. (You may be able to lay the intake to the side with fuel line on. Did not try that, because i have the tool to disconnect the fuel line.)

[@beedoubleu]

Anybody know where to find a video to replace the oil sending sensor filter?

[@redneckcody235]

What is the other sensor visible at 1.25 in this video called

[@markrusso9235]

I'm a DIYer with little experience. I'm trying to figure out why everyone else is saying 15 ft-lb, but you're saying 22 ft-lb. Is it to compensate for the loss in torque from the swivel socket? It looks like you're using the GearWrench X-Core pinless which the Torque Test Channel shows has a 44% loss in torque, which aligns almost perfectly with the 44% increase from 15 to 22 ft-lb.

[@digi3218]

He might have the wrong spec

[@nainoasilva5603]

What did y’all do to fix it

[@GoTechTraining]

I'm not sure what you mean? This video is to replace the oil pressure sensor

[@nainoasilva5603]

Going thru the problem as we speak

[@GoTechTraining]

Good luck!

[@nlynch1000]

Loctite blue? On threads?

[@Fuga22082]

Mines was stuck on 80 just swapped the sending unit but still on 80. What do you suggest I do next ?

[@RougeDeBlah]

Try flicking the needle on the gauge, sometimes it gets stuck

[@americanmambi]

Thanks fellas

[@michaeledlin9995]

Well reads low 1 time and shut off cranked back up and shows normal pressure. 2013 5.3

[@erinloyd5535]

What’s the sensor that sits right next to the oil pressure sensor??

[@GoTechTraining]

Hello Erin, That is the Camshaft Position sensor. Thanks for watching! ~Ryan

[@erinloyd5535]

Thank you!! I appreciate the response!

[@markmancil6522]

What size socket to loosen the camshaft sensor i need to loosen to get the socket on the oil pressure sensor

[@GavrielMorris]

Can the screen fall down into the motor?

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Brent, Not unless it was broken into pieces. If it is missing it may have not been equipped with one. Not all early engines had them. ~Ryan

[@johncassel212]

Thank you.

[@stevedemoe1359]

I still have low oil pressure showing😮

[@ryanfrancisco2265]

Did you ever find the problem?

[@verbaldavenci1]

My new brass oil pressure sensor didn't come with a crush washer.

[@thesetruths1404]

Test first sensor?

[@4eyefoxbodyfanclub625]

You forgot to verify that you are getting proper oil pressure indication while leak checking. In my case I just got done installing a new oil pressure sensor on my 2000 GMC because the stock one was leaking oil. I Installed the new sensor, no leaks noted and it was reading 40 psi on the gauge. Turned off the engine and did not drive the truck the next day. On the following day, I get in the truck to move it and the oil pressure reads past 80psi with key switch on and off. what the heck just happened?

[@preston963]

Very basic common knowledge for a "GOOD" mechanic as are "General Messes" AFM system that was a failure I just do a delete for them, just one of GM's laundry list of problems!

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Greg, thanks for watching! Ahhh yeh the wonderful AFM system. Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@WJHandyDad]

where the heck is it? I have multiple Chevrolet shop manuals and they all make it look like it sits just behind the intake manifold on a flat surface, but my 2004 5.3L does not have anywhere for it to be, but I have the exact problem that the vehicle in the video has - the second you turn the key to "on' the oil pressure gauge pegs at ~80

[@nv1493]

That screen is just silly, leave it out. As I remember, 6.0 doesn't have it. If you need a screen to stop sludge, you've got bigger issues than a sender replacement.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey N V, thanks for watching! I think it was intended to keep stuff outa of the AFM lifters...but yeh, you're right. IF it's plugged you probably have bigger issues! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@newjerseybill3521]

You know, from the factory, the connector orientation will end up with the release tab right next to the knock sensor so there will be no way in heck to get your finger on it to release it!!!

[@adenjordan4558]

I see that truck was pinned at 80psi. My truck is way down at 10-40psi max, don’t think it’s just the sensor or the actual oil pump. It just rolled 215k😬

[@rpsmith]

1:25 - Never pull on the wires to unplug any connector! I hope this is not how you teach your students to unplug a them!

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey RP Smith, you are 100% correct. I should not have yanked on them for sure. I was holding the camera with one hand and trying to unplug with the other and I slipped up and yanked the wire. I'll do better, thanks for calling it to my attention. Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@rpsmith]

@@GoTechTraining -- We all slip up from time to time and need to own up to it every time we do :o)

[@Arthur-ee1vd]

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[@GoTechTraining]

And the first comment goes to Arthur!

[@nickayivor8432]

Questions time What do you call SUBSTANTIAL and KNOWLEDGEABLE the answer is Go Tech Mike Becker Thank you very much helpful video information brilliant video amazing tutorial. Take care and have a great day Go Tech Mike Becker Please need voltage drop testing Video Please Go Tech Mike Becker From Nick Ayivor from London England UK 🇬🇧

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Nick, Voltage drop test huh!? Real world failure or can I make something up to demo it? Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@Robert-ty3qi]

So this r&r doesn't require too much swearing ?

[@GoTechTraining]

Swearing is optional! LOL

[@HairMetalJintz]

If you have small hands and long arms - then no. I swore like a Sailor on the first one and it will probably be the same for today's replacement. Can't complain though, only the 2nd one in 352,000 miles and the engine has never been touched !

[@Robert-ty3qi]

@@HairMetalJintz 😅

[@DependableAutoTruck]

You will not believe this a Chevy 3500 with 6.0 came in today bad oil pressure sensor this one stuck high as well

[@dmorley100]

I hope whoever thought it was a good idea to put those oil pressure sensors where they put them on these engines got fired over it. I can’t speak for anybody else, but for me personally, these are a giant pain in the ass to change out.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Dmorley100, thanks for watching! Yeh, they are a pain to get to. Maybe that's why GM says to pull the intake to do them...but a little bit of patience and a wobble extension gets it done. Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@dmorley100]

@@GoTechTraining I hear ya. As tight as the space is to get those sensors out, GM can go f*** theirselves if they think I’m pulling that intake off to change that sensor.

[@zacb7427]

This shop took entire intake manifold off not sure wat other issues it had but they charged someone 500$ for this job

[@Cdurham0708]

I can’t even get a socket on my sensor

[@ST-ej9bt]

Seem simple

[@AceHigh59]

Thanks it still sounds like a nightmare job...I'll give you $100 if you drop over?

[@richardcranium5839]

wait? no impact wrench? lmao.

[@GoTechTraining]

Hey Richard, i'd be a little worried about tweaking it and breaking it off. So nope...the old fashioned way on this one hahah! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@calholli]

Less than an hour? It shouldn't take more than 10 minutes, max.

[@GoTechTraining]

hahah sure, for someone with experience, I agree! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor

[@CarlConrad-n1x]

Alright young Spider-Man contortionist.

[@anthonynicholls8010]

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[@GoTechTraining]

Thanks for watching Anthony! Mike Becker, Senior Instructor