P0521high severityPowertrain
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch Range/Performance
on 2004 Acura RL 3.5L V6 · AWD
What this code means
Oil pressure sensor reading is out of expected range.
Symptoms
- Oil pressure gauge erratic
- Warning light flickering
Common causes
- Sensor fault
- Oil pressure fluctuating
- Worn oil pump
- Wrong viscosity oil
Diagnostic steps
- Test with mechanical gauge
- Check oil level and condition
- Test sensor
- Verify correct oil viscosity
Repair notes
Verify actual pressure. Replace sensor if pressure is good.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1