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2002 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY

4.0L V8AWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor515Torque3928Fluid9DTC672Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P0523moderate severityPowertrain

Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch High Input

on 2002 Land Rover Discovery 4.0L V8 · AWD

What this code means

High voltage from oil pressure sensor.

Symptoms

  • Very high oil pressure reading
  • Warning light on

Common causes

  • Open circuit
  • Short to power
  • Faulty sensor

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test with mechanical gauge
  2. Test circuit voltage
  3. Test sensor

Repair notes

Replace sensor if actual pressure is normal.

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