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Oil Pressure Switch: Installation

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  1. Apply liquid gasket to the oil pressure switch threads.

    Liquid gasket: 

    THREE BOND 1324 (Part No. 004403042) or equivalent 

    Fig 1: Applying Liquid Gasket To Oil Pressure Switch Threads
    G07665085Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the oil pressure switch to the chain cover.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Locating Oil Pressure Switch
    G08580525Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Connect the terminal to the oil pressure switch.
    Fig 3: Locating Oil Pressure Switch Terminal
    G08580524Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Connect the battery ground terminal.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting/Connecting Ground Cable From Battery
    G08579605Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.