98 XJ low oil pressure
11-09-2011, 02:34 PM
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98 XJ low oil pressure
Hello everyone,
I remember seeing other threads about the XJ showing low oil pressure when idling hot, and wanted to mention that after changing the o-rings on the oil filter assembly my oil pressure reading went up 10 psi to about 22-25 psi.
I had previously replaced the oil pressure sensor, which bumped it up about 3 psi, but changing the o-rings on the filter assembly made a big difference (not to mention that oil is no longer leaking all the way to the exhaust pipe).
By the way - I didn't have to remove any parts to get the oil filter assembly off. I just bought a T60 torx socket that I punched out of its 3/8 socket housing (from Northern Tool) and used a 14 MM wrench with the T60 bit attached to it with electrical tape (so it didn't fall out of the wrench).
I bought the set of 3 o-rings from the local Jeep dealer for less than $4.
Hope this helps someone...
I remember seeing other threads about the XJ showing low oil pressure when idling hot, and wanted to mention that after changing the o-rings on the oil filter assembly my oil pressure reading went up 10 psi to about 22-25 psi.
I had previously replaced the oil pressure sensor, which bumped it up about 3 psi, but changing the o-rings on the filter assembly made a big difference (not to mention that oil is no longer leaking all the way to the exhaust pipe).
By the way - I didn't have to remove any parts to get the oil filter assembly off. I just bought a T60 torx socket that I punched out of its 3/8 socket housing (from Northern Tool) and used a 14 MM wrench with the T60 bit attached to it with electrical tape (so it didn't fall out of the wrench).
I bought the set of 3 o-rings from the local Jeep dealer for less than $4.
Hope this helps someone...
11-09-2011, 04:24 PM
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Hello everyone,
I remember seeing other threads about the XJ showing low oil pressure when idling hot, and wanted to mention that after changing the o-rings on the oil filter assembly my oil pressure reading went up 10 psi to about 22-25 psi.
I had previously replaced the oil pressure sensor, which bumped it up about 3 psi, but changing the o-rings on the filter assembly made a big difference (not to mention that oil is no longer leaking all the way to the exhaust pipe).
By the way - I didn't have to remove any parts to get the oil filter assembly off. I just bought a T60 torx socket that I punched out of its 3/8 socket housing (from Northern Tool) and used a 14 MM wrench with the T60 bit attached to it with electrical tape (so it didn't fall out of the wrench).
I bought the set of 3 o-rings from the local Jeep dealer for less than $4.
Hope this helps someone...
I remember seeing other threads about the XJ showing low oil pressure when idling hot, and wanted to mention that after changing the o-rings on the oil filter assembly my oil pressure reading went up 10 psi to about 22-25 psi.
I had previously replaced the oil pressure sensor, which bumped it up about 3 psi, but changing the o-rings on the filter assembly made a big difference (not to mention that oil is no longer leaking all the way to the exhaust pipe).
By the way - I didn't have to remove any parts to get the oil filter assembly off. I just bought a T60 torx socket that I punched out of its 3/8 socket housing (from Northern Tool) and used a 14 MM wrench with the T60 bit attached to it with electrical tape (so it didn't fall out of the wrench).
I bought the set of 3 o-rings from the local Jeep dealer for less than $4.
Hope this helps someone...
I bought this thing for my kid who will soon be driving, but I like it too much to give it away now
I also installed new KYB adjustable gas shocks and a new KYB steering stabilizer, and it drives and rides like a champ.
11-09-2011, 07:33 PM
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Funny thing, I bought an XJ for my daughter that will soon be driving, and to be honest, I want to keep it for myself too. I have a 2009 Liberty which I do not like, I much prefer the 2000xj.
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