Powertrain
generic / SAE
P055F
Engine Oil Pressure Out of Range
The measured oil pressure is far outside the expected range for current engine speed and oil temperature - either too low (oil pump weak, oil level low, bearing wear) or anomalously high (relief valve stuck closed, blocked oil cooler).
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number5 / 5F
Possible causes
- Oil pump worn or oil level low high
- Pressure relief valve stuck medium
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 200–2500 €
- Estimated time: 1–8 h
- Component: oil pump
- Component: oil pressure sensor a
- Component: oil relief valve
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012