Powertrain
generic / SAE
P252E
Engine Oil Quality Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
The oil quality sensor signal jumps or drops out — usually a loose connector at the oil pan, an oil-soaked harness or vibration cracks at the sensor housing.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number5 / 2E
Possible causes
- Loose oil-soaked connector high
- Cracked sensor housing medium
- Connector with intermittent contact under vibration low
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 120–500 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–2 h
- Component: oil quality sensor
- Component: sensor wiring
Sources
References
sae:J2012