Dodge Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country 3.2 and 3.6 engine code P0520 oil pressure sensor
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Thank you so much for this video and including the type and size socket. I am a 51yr old women and it only took me 20mins to change the sensor. Dodge was charging way to much and COVID-19 has me doing a lot of things myself. I’m definitely checking back for more do it yourself car videos. 👍🏾😁😁😁
What did dodge want for this job? Congrats to you
Pep boys right now wants $400
@@HtownRO Chrysler is charging me $800 haha
@@888777100 you can go through thr back of the engine. Thats what I did. Didnt remove the intake or all that
@@HtownRO I have a p06dd code. Is it the same part?
Just came to give a big thumbs up and thank you for the clear instruction. I was able to successfully replace the sensor on my T&C 2013 and saved $400+. Removing the battery helped me to see exactly what was going on and gave a little extra room so I think that extra step was well worth the time. 👍
I too removed the battery...
4 years and 5 months later, this video is still helping :) .. Just replaced the sensor on my 2014 Grand Caravan, and apart from a tiny amount of swearing when trying to get the sensor out and in past the cables and hoses, it worked like a charm.. Thanks for making this video, it was a great help!
Awesome! Glad it worked.....it saves alot of time in the end. Thanks for the great feedback and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.
Thanks for posting this video. The video was so much help. I'm a 63 yr old woman and I was able to do most all of the replacement myself, even through I'm only 5'4". The extra sockets we had issues with due to the 13200 and the 13250 Oil Pressure Switch Sockets from O'Reilly would use spin around in the socket extension. My husband ended up having to search for a shorter = fatter extension to seat properly inside the special sockets due to how short the head of the special sockets are. It's a bit of work to stretch into the engine area to reach under the hoses. I went by mostly feel due to not being able to see that part of the engine with a light. A great tip my husband gave me was to start the seating of the threads of the oil pressure switch counter-clockwise until you hear the thread click or feel it dip into - seat into the first groove of the hole's threads, then slowly turn clockwise so the threads catch properly. It worked like a charm for me. Saved me $300 from taking it into Midas. They wanted over $400 to fix. I even told them about your short cut and they where unwilling to do that.
You sir must be a contortionist, I'm struggling to put the new sensor in place. No luck so far. Still fooling with it. (Update - I finally got it to go in mostly - issues were preventing it from seating the whole way. The Teflon tape applied by the parts store - to much - and the adjacent hose clamp. Hopefully my experience with those issue will help someone else. Code cleared without OBDII once vehicle switched on. I'm not a mechanic just a DIY'er. I would like to thank you for posting this video and making it possible for DIY'ers to complete this repair at home. Cost of repair $44.93 for the part and $9.62 for the socket which makes for a grand total of $54.55. Far less than having a shop do it and if I can do it, most anyone can do it.)
Glad you eventually were able to get it replaced. Its a tight spot to work but saves alot of time and money in the long run. Thanks for commenting and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.
First mechanic that wants to help the general public with english instead of "spanish" descriptions...Thanks Sir David For Your Videos!!!
Your welcome John and thanks for the kind words. Make sure to subscribe
And this is why I love UA-cam and the internet so much. Have a 2014 C/V. Check engine light came on about a month before I got the oil light at 38k miles. Loved pulling over on the side of the highway in a panic to check the oil level. =)
I have subscribed to your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
+Captain Smashy Your welcome. Thanks for finding and for watching the videos. I appreciate you for subscribing as well.
I am an automotive technician that is self-employed and performs mobile automotive repairs. I gave a quote for this job not knowing that the OPSU was under the intake. On the day of the mobile appointment, I researched what I would need to do to change it. I almost pooped myself... The whole intake manifold!??! Why on earth would any manufacturer put the OPSU under the intake?! Well, I stumbled upon your video and just wanted to say THANK YOU. Thanks for the good description and the good camera angles. I probably would have figured this out once I arrived on-site, but seeing this vid first gave me the confidence when I arrived in the field to replace it accurately, quickly, and correctly. You rock!
My 2013 Dodge Journey with 70k miles check engine light came on so I stopped by AutoZone to get a read on it and it was the oil pressure sensor. Just moved to the area so was trying to find an honest mechanic. 2 days later I lost all power driving down the road. Luckily I was able to make it to a side road. Got towed to the local Stealer and he hit me up for $1100. Said they diagnosed it and it was my alternator. He or the paperwork mentioned anything about a sensor. Sure enough 3 days later check engine light is on and the stealer is claiming they weren't authorized to fix anything else and would have to charge me another $150 to re diagnose the car. My response was "you wanna kiss my what?"
I say all of this to say, Thanks for the video. While I don't have tools and I don't work on my car personally, it's nice knowing how things work and what it takes to fix it. I'm a new subscriber and because your video is short, to the point and in laymen's terms I think just learn a thing or two from you. Keep up the good work!
Sorry you had that experience. I say thank you for having stopped by and for watching my videos. Its much appreciated
Great video, this video saved me over $300.00. Dealership estimated cost at over $400.00.They said "the intake manifold would have to be removed", to replace oil pressure sensor switch. Showed video to local auto repairman, no problem.
Glad you were wise enough to research and ended up at my channel. Nothing like saving money! Thanks for using my video and for the feedback. Make sure to subscribe!
I was skeptical when I first watched the video. Check engine came up. Threw P0520 code. Watched this among other videos. Just take your time and even the longer socket works fine. I just used two small extensions and spacing was not an issue. Definitely made it easier to see and work with battery out. Went ahead and changed out oil filter and air filter while I waited for hour cure on copper sealant. My sensor did not come with sealant pre-applied. Only thing I could not get done was draining the oil pan and changing the oil. Plug stuck and actually split my socket. Thanks for the tip, it worked like a charm. I started it up and engine light went off immediately!
Glad that at least the oil pressure sensor repair went well.....sorry about the oil change giving you issues. Thanks for the tips and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.
I haven't worked on a car for about 20 years. I'm 63 years old. My check engine light came on so I went to a firestone shop to check the code. They told me it was P0520 oil pressure sensor. They wanted $100 to diagnose then about $300 to change the sensor. I thought that was ridiculous. So I bought the part and a socket for it for $40 online and two days later l followed this video. 22 minutes later (15 of which was getting the part started by hand) I was starting the engine and the light stayed out. What a savings.
Local dealer told me 2.5h. The service bulletin says 1.2h. My first time and it took 24 minutes. Most of that was trying to find the hole with the new sensor. Should have followed your advice when you said put it in with your hands first. Look for hole location and then hand thread start. EXCELLENT video
gordone222 The dealer will quote customer pay time and the bulletin will show the warranty time which will always be different. But none the less you saw first hand the difference in time the shortcut is. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment about it. Subscribe....subscribe....subscribe!
Was trying to get mine out last night, but every other video I saw showed the plug perfectly oriented to unplug it. Yours looked just like mine, facing upside down and seeing how you got it out will help me tonight!
Awesome. Glad the video helped! Thanks for the feedback/comment!
I just replaced this sensor on my 2012 Grand Caravan and it cleared 3 codes (P0522, P0520 & P06DE) without using my scan tool to clear it. This video gave me the confidence to do it and I’m sure it saved me a lot of money and time. Thank you so much. I’m a new subscriber. AWESOME VIDEO, THANK YOU!!
Wow! I did not notice that this video was that old. I swapped out the oil pressure sensor switch on our 2014 Grand Caravan in about 45 min. Tricky to get at but doable. Removing the battery helped a lot. I knew about this short cut but seeing it done in this video made it much, much clearer. Fantastic, well done video. Great work and thanks!
Many thanks for watching and for the comment. Make sure to subscribe
Very helpful. As a retired mechanic your video was done very well. Good views no camera bouncing all over the place, no stuttering or stammering. Thank you very much I will subscribe for any future help I may need
Thanks for noticing the finer details. I appreciate the feedback and for you watching. Also thanks for subscribing
Very good shortcut to fixing that saved a ton of time and money at the shop. Apparently the official instructions for mechanics is to remove the intake manifold (unnecessary). The space is very tight, but I was able to change it out in about 30 minutes with a regular 1 1/16" deep socket with a Kleenex stuffed in the bottom of the socket to take up the excess room + a 6" extension on the socket. I didn't have to unhook anything else and didn't have to remove the battery, unless possibly it might enable you to see a bit of what you are doing?
Had to unhook the battery and held the wires together for 2 minutes or so to get the error code/engine light to erase.
I am definitely a new subscriber with this useful video.
The Gas Station Garage guy wanted $800.00 DLLS! to remove the upper intake and change the unit. I got bloody knuckles and my Dodge Grand Caravan 2013 has a brand new sensor. Inspection passed. Thanks to this video. Great video!
Ouch.....glad you didnt fall for that. Thats overpriced no matter where you would taken it. Typically I would have said around $200-$300 in labor plus the few parts needed. That $800 is pretty much robbing you without a gun. Thanks for finding this video and for taking the time to comment. Make sure to subscribe and click that bell icon.
This was extraordinarily helpful. i was absolutely dreading the prospect of removing the manifold. Much appreciated.
Philip Jean-Remy Your welcome Philip. Appreciate you finding and watching the video. Make sure to subscribe!
I swapped the sensor out today. You nailed all the relevant aspects to this repair. The tip on removing the connector was priceless as my fingers found the release easily.. I had clear mental map of every step thanks to your demo. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the update. The feedback is much appreciated. Thanks for watching!
Philip Jean-Remy what size socmet did you use? The one I bought seems to be too small.
Reading thru the comments....one viewer made mention of using a 1 1/16.
This video was a great help. Other videos say remove the upper section of the motor, i.e. air intake system, intake manifold that would be a job in itself. Follow the instructions in this video and you will be able to do this repair yourself. I am a 68 year old male. I consider myself mechanically inclined. The hardest part of the job for me was lining up the treads of the new part to the hole in the block due to the lack of room to move my fingers. The person in the video does an excellent job explaining the procedure. I'm not sure where this shop is but if was in the Boston area he would be my mechanic. note: 1-1/16" is the socket size. Part was $49.00 at Advanced Auto.
Thanks for the awesome feedback. From what I find out from everyone, it appears that the aftermarket sensors or hex headed and dont need the special oil pressure sensor socket. Its a tight area to work in as you saw but in my opinion...well worth it when it compares to taking everything off. When you get time...make sure to subscribe. Thanks again for watching!
Thank you I have a 2015 Chrysler T&C 3.6 had two shops decline the job I saw this, and the connector was very helpful. I am retired ASE Master Tech with bad thumbs. I used a deep chrome deep socket and New one cost 32 dollars and You saved me so much Money. I would have enjoyed working with you, back before my thumbs gave out Thank you
Thanks alot, you saved me $489.
$49 dealer sensor, $12 said sensor socket. Dealer wanted $550.
Awesome.....another job well done and lots of money saved. Thanks for the info and for watching the video. Dont forget to subscribe!
I always have issues with getting clip connectors off this vid helped but still couldn’t id the clip disconnect,, with a light and camera took a pic and wow that showed it was right on the end and easy (I was trying to press further down). Thanks, this was best one out there
I don't usually comment on videos, but this one was amazing! Thanks so much for your help. Got the job done in less than an hour total, including the time I spent watching the video twice. Like some others here, I also removed battery and think it was well worth the extra couple minutes.
What a great example of a how to fix it UA-cam. Very explanatory and a great job on video in a tight area. One of the best I've seen yet and I have every confidence in attempting the repair myself thanks to this example. Bravo
Thank you for pining exactly the location and for the accurate details.
Great video!
This VVT 3.6 is a pain, after looking for an hour, your video was the ticket.
Thank you
Great video! Just replaced this on my 2014 Dodge Caravan. I only had the longer socket and it was a very tight fit. I also have large hands and long arms so I ended up removing the battery and I could fit better. Thanks again!
What ever it takes to get the job done! Great job and appreciate the info and comment. Make sure to subscribe!
@@MotorCityMechanic is 2017 caravan a model for this shortcut? and what size is socket?
Thank you I was freaking our I became homeless two years ago and have been living in my van it's litterlly my home with out it I'm on the street so I appreciate you video it's put me at ease I know the code was a oil pressure sensor it flipped on the other night and today its been at 96 psi pretty much all day but thank God for your video it going to take me a few days to get the part maybe two weeks but knowing that it's not really at 96 psi makes me not so frightened and I can live without going far between now and then so I appreciate you alot here thanks
Success with your method on a 2012 Journey. Had to take out the air box to gain access. It is tight in there but used the deep oil pressure socket, universal and extension. P0520 now cleared. Took about a hour but now that I have done it less then 30 minutes next time. Thanks for the video.
Sure beats taking the upper and lower intake off. You did great 👍. Thanks for the info on how you did the repair. Make sure to subscribe
AWESOME POST ! The few I've spoken with about this problem claim the intake has to come off.
You proved otherwise and will save me a small bundle. Thanks for showing it's a fairly easy fix. . .once you know.
Thanks.
Some times you need to look at repairs in a different light and then you see steps not needed or short cuts. Thanks for finding the video Roy and for watching. Make sure to subscribe and have a great weekend.
Thank you for this video! Just replaced the sensor in our 2012 Chrysler 200 V6 today. The sensor was a major PAIN to get to, but it was well worth the work to save the money. Tip for everyone else with a 200...remove the air filter box!
Thanks for the added info. Certainly better then removing the upper and lower intake. Appreciate you watching and make sure to subscribe. Enjoy the weekend
Thanks for the Chrysler 200 tip! 🙂
This is a super helpful video, I have a 2014 T&C, took longer than it should but I'm guessing about 30 minutes. Make sure you pay close attention to the video on the location of the sensor, it's not as easy as it looks. It's all much tighter in there than you might think by watching the video. And I had better luck with socket when putting in the new one. Thank you so much for this video!
Your welcome. Glad it went well and appreciate the tips from when you took the job on. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos.
Finally, a video that actually shows where and how to get to it. Thank you
Thank you very much! It was a bit tricky trying to get it out, but saved hours of work and a lot of cost! It's nice not to have the errors showing anymore! :)
Its great hearing the feedback on the video. Thanks for letting me know how it turned out. Lets keep our fingers crossed that the codes dont return. Make sure to subscribe Luke!
Thanks for the information, I just completed my replacement of the oil pressure sensor. Your video made it abundantly clear that it was doable as a DIY... Happy Thanksgiving!!
Wow I just had an auto shop tell me that they were going to charge us $500 for a "deep diagnostic" whatever that is?? Then depending on the damage it would be $2500-$3000 in repairs. Also it would take a week to repair. I guess maybe because I'm female they think I'm an idiot. I'm going to have my brother take a look at it see if he can pull this off and start from there. If it does end being just the sensor I'm going to be really ticked at that auto shop for trying to take advantage of me and my elderly Dad. Thank you for posting this to help people who really need it!
Just a note of thanks...did this and it worked. The dealer was quoting 2 hours of work (and a $20 markup on the part), so I saved quite a bit doing it myself.
David Harbin Awesome....glad it worked out for you too. As far as the dealer.....they quote the labor by the book which is expected. The mark up I don't agree with. Some techs at the dealership don't know of this shortcut and it actually takes them almost 2 hours. I'm always looking for a faster way to do things. I appreciate the update and takes for watching. Make sure to subscribe and help spread the word
Best teacher going man. Your videos are far and above anyone else.
Thank you so much for your video, saved lots of time and money! The only issue many of us are running into, is finding the proper socket. Went to all the auto shops, O'Reily's, Auto Zone, Advanced Auto, Amazon, Nappa, even Snap-On dealer. All of the "oil pressure switch sockets" I have found, were too small, the sensor did not fit inside socket. I am a machinist by trade, and can tell you the 1 1/16 hex was under size on all these sockets I had looked at. I finally had to buy a Craftsman 1 1/16th deep well and turn down the outside diameter at the drive end to .900, making this socket usable. Your video is priceless info, thanks again! But buyer beware, bring your oil pressure sensor with you as you need to be sure that if will fit inside the socket, and get the shorter version if available! You can do this, just need the proper tool...
I have learned that the shorter versions are the best. The sensor will not fully seat but it will be enough to grab ahold of the sensor to back it off. You are correct as well to make sure to take the replacement sensor with you to match it up to be certain. The OEM uses a special socket....some aftermarkets dont. So keep it in mind when it comes time to find the tools. Thanks again for the info and make sure to subscribe!
When you say drive end, you are referring to the side connecting to the ratchet (or extensions), correct? And as far as grinding it down, would using benchtop grinder work best? And how much to grind (as far as up/down the socket... say 1")? Thanks in advance. Same situation where I cannot find the right socket and I now have one I can sacrifice to the grinder to get the job done.
Took me about 5 minutes. Just make sure to hand start it a few turns so you know its going in smooth and not cross threading.
Great job! Now thats saving money and not alot of time spent. Appreciate the comment and for you watching. Make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic just replaced mine on a 2015 RT and damn, if it didn't tale all of an hour. Did yall go through the wheel well or what?
Great vid. I was able to do it without removing battery. One thing that helped me putting it back in is I used a piece of hose about half inch diameter and 8 inches long. I straightened it first in hot watter so when I turned it would rotate without wobbling. Stuck it in the connecter end of the unit so now I could twist unit to get it started and see at the same time see where to place it. Once I was able to turn it a couple of threads I pulled it off and attached the socket and finished tightening. Thanks for the detailed video. They wanted $300 to do the job. I took about an hour. Could do it again in half the time.
Hi - great video - many thanks. My new 2014 Grand Caravan sensor went out and due to the miserable dealer in Rockland it stayed that way for several years... Well, vehicle inspection is overdue (oops) and the cost estimates are $669 and $811 from two shops (a couple of miles apart). Picked up a sensor from Autozone but the socket I have is a tad too long. Autozone says they got the shorter one - they lied. Went to Harborfreight and picked up the sensor socket kit. It took a little time, about 1 hour and having midwife fingers, I got the new sensor installed. Pulled the battery to clear the computer - all looks well, now need a few miles to get the computer readiness system to work. Many thanks.
Awesome! Great job on taking this on yourself. I am glad it worked out in the end even after some struggle with the tools. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe if you havent already. Enjoy the weekend.
Great video! I did find it advantageous to remove the battery for easier access when you have big hands.
Many thanks for watching. We all come in different shapes and sizes so what ever works for you.
First video I found for p0520 on my wife's 2012 Chrysler Town and Country 3.6l with 80k miles. $65 for sensor and socket and it literally took about 10 minutes total. Would have been nice if there was a recommendation for torque spec, but I just tightened until it felt tight. Great video and great idea to make this a simple job.
Sorry about that spec not being in the video....to be honest I do exactly as you do. Snug....thats all thats needed. Thanks for finding the video and for the time spend leaving the comment. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
@@MotorCityMechanic Torque spec for oil pressure sensor is 177 INCH pounds,, also torque spec for oil filter cap is 18 FOOT pounds,,, over tightening cap can cause cracks in oil cooler ,,, verify specs with dealer service if in doubt
AMAZING VIDEO....sadly everyone else neglected to include the hardest part....'who to get the connector unplugged'...bro you saved me hours.
BTW...all my local part stores were fresh out sold out of the special sensor socket...but, they did have a deep 12 point 1 1/16" thin wall socket (not impact)...I test fitted it at AutoZone and it fit...I still had to disconnect the heater hose from the aluminum manifold to twist it to the right out of the way..then wiggle/turn the socket while firmly pushing until it clicks in place...with a little Good Luck and/or answered prayers...she will come right out.
Then to install the new one..i stuck mine into a 4" long 3/4" piece of heater hose. I cut 2 slits on the end to get the connector to go in straight...this will greatly aid in threading the sensor back in as it is Recessed deep. This hose trick also works well on threading difficult to reach spark plugs..
Man, I just did it. Thanks a lot! you saved me a few hundred. God bless you
Awesome. Saving money is the goal
My 2014 Town & Country's MIL warning light came on awhile ago within 50 miles of after having the oil changed at the Chrysler dealer. I just had the OBD2 checked at a local auto parts store and was given the code P0520 and found your video. I'm glad to hear there's a service bulletin about the oil pressure sensor. I guess I'll be calling the dealer tomorrow to get it fixed since with the MIL light on it has stopped my factory installed Remote Start from working, need that for the winter... Thanks for the great and informative video!
Your welcome Dave. Make sure to subscribe and let me know how it turns out.
Thanks so much. Took me 15 mins from hood up to hood down thanks to this. I did not want to remove the manifold.
Great job! Once you know what to do....its not that bad as you found out. Appreciate the feedback !
Shout out to MotorCity Mechanic... this tut saved me bank! We were heading out on a long road trip and I was able to use this video to get this sensor changed out. Dealer wanted HUNDREDS of $$ and couldn't even get me in today. Mad props for such detail.
Our sensor was reading 96 psi on 2014 T&C, then the oil light started coming on from time to time and I know it isn't low on oil (fresh change and fill). Hopefully this is all and we'l be good to go!
Awesome. Glad that the video helped. Its cool how people have a problem and then jump on youtube to find the solution. Thanks for finding the video and have the comment. Make sure to subscribe and help spread the word by sharing these videos with others.
Thank you for the post. Just changed mine using your method. A little hard to reach and see but works great. Took a little while for the idiot light to reset but it did. $12.00 for the socket and $20.00 for the part thru Rockauto. Your help is appreciated.
Thanks very much for putting this shortcut on UA-cam as i was not very motivated to remove the manifold to just replace a sensor valve.-Thanks.-
I can fully understand that.....I see no need in taking other items off when its not needed. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
This was a very helpful video. I managed to change the oil pressure sensor on my 2011 Grand Caravan. Th hardest part was getting the new one started on the threads. That is a very cramped location. Had to invent a tool to get it started. It may have been easier if I had had a shorter socket.
Glad it worked out eventually. Sure beats having to take the intake off. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe.
Hi there can you kindly tell me where I can buy this socket?? for the sensor??
@@LubaLuba1 I am not sure where I got it. I got it from either NAPA Auto Parts or Parts Source. Parts Source is probably only in Canada
@@dougjohnson725 ok thanks now if i buy the sensor with same socket fit as old one i only need to buy the thin one for rounded edges correct?
@@LubaLuba1 not sure what you are asking, if it fits the existing sensor, it will fit the new sensor. It needs to accommodate the sensor inside the socket.
Your video was great. I just seen the code on my wifes van. Time to get it in before the snow falls.
Great idea. Thanks for watching and for commenting. Make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic If I see another useful video, I just might do that.
@@Chris-jl3tg With over 400 Chrysler related videos.....I am sure you will for sure lol.
Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video. It gave me the confidence to tackle this on my own. And probably saved at least $300!!
Great short cut! I used a 1 1/16 inch deep well socket worked great. Coolant line to the right was a bit of a pain, had to remove, but still saved hours!!
It sure beats the "by the book" method for sure as well as saving money at the same time. Thanks for that tip about the socket and for watching. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
Great video. No unnecessary verbage! Very practical and helpful. Now I'll go try it! Thanks!
Many many thanks Robbin! The feedback is greatly appreciated. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos.
Ooh. You made that look so easy. I have a P06DD. Below you adv oil pump for this code. I'm going to give this a try first. just may have my weekend job lined up.
Great video! Saved me so much time. I burnt my hands and scraped my knuckles, but start to finish it took me 30-45 minutes. It truly is a hard spot to reach but you can do it! Thanks.
Taking the battery helps alot getting the sensor back in. Thanks for the help, saved me several hundred $$$$s
Thats another great tip if you find the space to be a bit too tight to work in. Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe.
Thanks! After running a scan on my 2012 Grand Caravan using Bluedriver for a Check Engine light, I had a EVAP code which I fixed with a new gas cap. But it also came up with a Pending Trouble code P0520 - Engine Oil pressure/Switch "A" circuit. The new sensor isn't too expensive and also found the sockets on amazon. Let's see if it clears my "pending trouble code". Keep up the excellent vids!
Just did 2011 Town & Country Limited 2WD 3.6L FI FFV DOHC 6cyl. I took out my battery which made access much easier. The connector took some patience - just depress the tab and wiggle, wiggle, wiggle. Then I made the job MUCH harder by trying to do it without pulling the hose that is snuggled up against the sensor. Pull the hose first, leak a little coolant, and make the job a 10 minute one rather than the hour I spent. You'll probably need some long reaching pliers of some sort to get the hose-clamp off.
Great video. Many people don’t know but the Volkswagen Routan is the exact same vehicle so this helped me out with mine. Thanks for post
Thanks for posting your video. I just changed it myself after purchasing the sensor and a 1 1/16 deep socket from an auto store ($55 cost). No trouble removing the sensor from a very tight area on my 2013 GC SXT, 3.6 VVT engine. Much swearing on trying to get the new one in that spot. Both tops of my hands are very bruised and purple, but I finally got it started in by using the socket and extension with only my fingers to tighten, then snugged with the handle. I will be looking for a 6 to 8 inch piece of hose to use next time to start it in. Just did not have the right size this time. lol Still throwing a P0520 code but no check engine light. Will check it after it gets driven awhile. Thanks again!!
Glad you got it after a bit of a struggle. Make sure to clear the code after the repair.....it will be there for awhile if you dont. It goes into the stored memory meaning not happening now and will show up when scanning for codes. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe.
Thank you for your upload this saved me hours of work taking the intake and everything off
Appreciate this excellent video. Got mine fixed in 1.5 hours. The space is small and had to wait the hose and metal part cool down! Excellent channel and must subscribe!
As a former mechanic and now engineer, I applaud your videos. You do a killer job. BTW, what about the oil cooler/filter assembly causes the leak that so many people have experienced with the 3.6L? Is it the plastic around the sending unit that cracks?
+Harmsown I have to think its where the halves of the assembly are joined. Then again its hard to tell because you cant check it while its running because its buried under the intake and plus when it leaks....it accumulates about 2 inches of oil under the assembly that hides any possible locations/sources as well. I appreciate the comment and for watching. Its always great to hear feedback from people in the industry. Make sure to subscribe!
Great vid! Wish I saw this one before I worked out the same shortcut on my own. I was able to use an impact socket, but had to make the side wall thinner for clearance. Grinding a cheap socket is way better than pulling an intake, for me anyway. Thanks for the confidence and keep up the excellent work!
Perfect, took out the battery to get some more room and the rigid hose corner to corner over the intake manifold. I used the short sensor socket, a swivel and a long extension (12"), got my hands out of the area. note the short socket with the plastic connector against the inside, didn't let me lock the swivel into the square drive, so it just held it in place. I cant see why the taller socket wouldn't work, for what it's worth. Thanks for the help, keep it up, 2011 VW Routan same as T&C
Edgar Vollenweider What I have seen is that the taller socket won't go on straight and ends up at an angle and becomes hard to get on because of the trans bell housing. The short works best for me but it only makes contact a little....it never fully seat but is enough to get it off. Thanks for watching and for the comment! Make sure to subscribe
I am partial to any shop that is blasting Lateralus. Nice video!
Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe.
You are a steely-eyed missile man, my friend! Thanx!
Not sure what they means but sounds like it might be a complement lol. Thanks man
My 1999 has 251,000 miles. Replaced my OP Switch the second time today. After all these years, Chrysler still making defective parts. The drive belt slides off too, a kit with a two sided belt and grooved idler pulleys was finally made for it on the after market so that will be next. My Toyota, 1994 COROLLA has 314,000 miles, all original except radiator, brakes, hoses, tires. The ignition coil failed at 253,000, my only breakdown, cost $53. Might try a Sienna minivan. Good video sir!
The belt sliding off was usually one of two things....driving thru water or the tensioner would start leaning. Best fix is what you mentioned....the double seated belt and pulleys that came out 15 years ago. It was something I would always inspect each time one came it for maintenance. Each vehicle has its issues. You learn that working at the dealer for 19 years. I chat with my friends that are techs at other branded dealers and they tell me all the common issues that they have as well so no one is immune lol. Thanks for checking out the video and for commenting. Dont forget to subscribe
2012 Grand Caravan R/T with P0520. Just replaced it. Thanks for the great video. It was a little frustrating trying to get the sensor to thread back in. Persistence is the key. I was also unsure about he torque. I torqued by hand until I felt a good change in resistance. The engine light went off same day after couple of good trips.
Awesome. In some of my older videos I didnt include an torque specs. But yeah.....just snug it up and it will be fine. When it comes to codes.....its cool to clear them but the best way is the way you handled it...if its truely fixed....the light will eventually go off. At the dealer.....its hard to get customer to understand or want to drive around with the light on after they paid to have it fixed so we clear the code and hope it doesnt come back on. Thanks for watching the video and for the comment. Make sure to subscribe and share the videos with others.
That's awesome! Another vid banged Chrysler for an interference point (small ridge right in front of sender) that prevented this shortcut with the wrong deep well socket (?) Ill cross my fingers I can do this without 1.6 hrs of labor.
Nice shortcut! I've said it before.. I'll say it again.. your videos are excellent! Keep up the great work!
davecooper360 As always....thanks Dave!
Great Video!!! Thanks for posting. I hit the thumbs up for you and subscribed. I do have one question though, when tightening the new sensor is there a torque spec on it. I want to make sure to not over do it or have it too loose in there. Thanks again
The service info says 15 ft/lbs for the oil pressure sensor. Thanks for watching and for the question. Make sure to subscribe.
My 2014 T&C threw a MIL light so I took it to the parts store and he came up with the PO520 code. He did say it could be caused by old thinning engine oil. I changed the oil & filter, filled with 5-20w synthetic and disconnected the battery to clear the code. 5 days now and the light has stayed out.
I havent seen oil cause this issue yet but anything is possible. The sensor is such a common failure and they even put out a service bulletin that states if you get that code, replace the sensor with the latest version. If the code returns....you will know what to do. Thanks for watching and for the comment. Make sure to subscribe
Thanks Ed, did exactly what you stated and the engine light is no more!! Local garage wanted $650 to make this fix. Thanks again and great video really appreciate it.
Great video. I was able to do it on a charger after I put extensions on the sensors when I changed out the adapter with a dorman. Added a bypass filter too plus a pre startup oiler with use of an accumulator.
You're a genius! Thanks so much for this! :)
Your welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment and watch. Dont forget to subscribe.
Great video - made this an easy peasy change for our 2013 T&C. Much appreciated!
Fantastic video. Another commentor recommended removing the battery, I 2nd that. It took me a little extra time because I didn't have the best extensions and had to use a long socket.
The battery removal can get you some more added room for sure. Glad it all went well. Thanks for using this video and make sure to subscribe Mark!
First thing, great video! I'm currently taking automotive tech and will soon start working at a shop. My issue is my 2014 town and country has been ticking lately. Some times it's just at cold start and sometimes it's all day. Now today I got this p0520 code. Was thinking about changing the oil to a higher viscosity or going synthetic. I have just about 95k on it right now.
Thanks for the question and its cool to see a future tech watching these videos. The noise and the code may not be related. The P0520 is most likely electrical and that points towards a possible oil pressure sensor. That would be the first place I would start and then clear the code. As far as the noise.....you will need for the noise to be constant and then try listening the best you can to see if you can narrow down which head it might be coming from. Then the upper intake and valve cover will need to be removed and then the valve powertrain inspected to see if a cam lobe damage and bad roller rocker possibly. Those are the most common causes for noise on these engines. Thanks again for watching the video and make sure to subscribe.
MotorCity Mechanic subscribed and will share to the class on Monday. Again thx for the insight. I'll take a look at it.
Sharing in class.....thats cool to hear. Appreciate your support and for following the channel
Thank you sir! Keep those awsome video's coming & the great work/effort you put in them! Good day to you!
Your welcome and I sure will.
wow I wish your dealer was close to me I live in mass. I just bought a Chrysler Town & Country 2013 3.6 liter pentastar engine less than two months ago paid $19,000 for the car now though oil pressure sensor circuit is faulty oil pressure is at a constant 96 PSI I bought the warranty but that's one of the only circuits that is not covered 254 the job I looked under my engine and I cannot find where the sensor is maybe if I remove the battery I could get a better look you think that will help the dealer said they had to take the offer manifold off and put all the bushings in I don't know I watch your videos all the time and I really enjoy them I was hoping this would be a project that I could tackle myself also is it safe to drive for a little while because they will not take the vehicle and it for another 4 days thanks again I really appreciate your time you are the man
Saved me a boatload of money. Excellent video thank you for sharing.
I have same issue in my 2013 caravan.
Must be helpful DIY repair.
Appreciate posting video.
Thanks.
+mrcoke1964 Your welcome. Take your time and you shouldn't have any issues and it will save you a lot of time unless its still under warranty then al you need to do is visit the dealer. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe!
Thank you very much for the Video! It's going to make this much easier to work on myself. Why is it a mechanic would charge to take off the upper intake on the top of the engine is terrible. He said $200.00 just to take off the upper intake. What Da!! I'm going to do it myself!
Great got you......you didn't give in and you researched it! Wasn't that what the Internet was designed for lol. Just glad to see people take on these jobs themselves. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe if you haven't already
+Mark Maloney I do believe that a lot of repair shops/mechanics don't know the short cut and do the entire repair which is remove both the upper and lower intake manifolds. The shop will give you an estimate on the normal repair.....never the short cut.
Great video. Well done. Saved me tons of time. Thanks so much!!!
Thanks Lee....glad that I could. Wow that was an older video and what the hell was i thinking try to grow a beard! lol. Appreciate the comment and make sure to subscribe
Thank you for the video! I just got quoted almost $300 in labor for replacing this sensor because of the removal of the upper intake manifold, air intake, etc. Actually the mechanic recommended changing out the entire oil coolant appliance because it would fail eventually. Total would have been near $600
. If I were having leakage, then I could understand getting deep into it like that. However, I've seen no leaks, just had the Check Engine light come on, Code P5023, Oil Pressure Sensor High voltage which seems that the sensor is shorting out.I'll try this this weekend and hope for the best with this wonderful Phoenix heat!
I'm with you on that oil cooler....if it aint leaking I am not replacing. But if it does then I and you know what to do. In the mean time I would use that money for something else that is needed. Thanks for commenting and make sure to subscribe if you havent already
Thanks you, worked great on my wife’s V6 2011 Chrysler 200
Awesome! Glad that I could help. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos.
Got the check engine light on our 2012 Chrysler 200, and got the P0520 code, yup oil pressure sensor (with only 43,000 miles on the car). Found this video and hoping it will be as easy as this was.
I recommend removing the air filter box on that vehicle. Otherwise it will be alot easier then removing the upper intake....it wont be the easiest thing but certainly do-able.
Nice simple install with valuable info great video
Appreciate it Scott! Glad that you found the short cut repair video. It saves alot of time and more importantly....money. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos as well
This will save me a lot of time on my 2012 Chrysler 200 sport now I just have to replace the oil seals that are under the oil filter element canister.
Thank you sir you just sabe me from having to pay a shop to replace it
i like and i just had that code pop up yester day after goosing the throttle to hard thanks for demonstrating what to do mine also has a PO 523 code i hope it goes away also I am subscribing right now thanks so much
Thank you so much for that short cut
Your welcome Brian. Glad to see people watching the videos and using them to save money. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos
DAVE IS DOING THE RIGHT SIDE HEAD REMOVAL THE SAME AS THE LEFT SIDE ON A 2012 JEEP 3.6 ? BTW YOU GAVE ME THE CONFEDINCE TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE LEFT SIDE HEAD ON THE 3.6 YOU DID A GREAT JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANKS MAN
The right side will be different. The front timing cover will need to be removed due to where the chain tensioner is located. That main also mean oil pan removal depending on which vehicle inorder to get to the lower timing cover bolts. I havent had to remove that side head yet so I guess I have been lucky. Thanks Danny for asking and for using my videos to take on your repairs
THANKS AGAIN FOR GETTING BACK TO ME WITH THAT INFO,YOU SAVED ME FROM GETTING INTO SOMETHING THAT I CANT HANDEL AND WILL HAVE TO SEND IT TO THE PROS LIKE YOURSELF THANKS AGAIN !!!!!!!!!!
Your welcome Danny. Nothing wrong with knowing your limitations. Enjoy the weekend.
A little ridiculous this video has 49K views. They really should do a recall to fix this part. At least it looks like a super easy fix. Thanks for the video. Will use your link to show my support on my next purchase.
When it comes to recalls....the items that the government goes after are safety related. Which means no oil pressure sensor recalls in the near future unless it was leaking and could cause a fire for example. Wish it was the other way around. Thanks for the support and for following the channel! Always appreciated Nick!
Hi David,
My 2012 VW Routan with the 3.6 Pentastar motor threw a P06DA trouble code. I found you while searching for a fix to this code. I assumed that replacing the Oil Pressure Sending Unit would clear the code, but after almost 200 miles and a week of driving it hasn't cleared. Was I headed in the right direction replacing the sending unit? You made it super easy to find and replace the unit, so I thank you for sharing your knowlege! I subscribed to you for future repairs.
Evening, I dont know about the VW version but the Dodge version of that year does have a software update that includes that code. It may or may not help. The other items that cause that code are the oil pump solenoid which only comes with the oil pump....PCM.....or the wiring between the of them. I would have the software checked and if needed updated. Then if still having issues....perform a good visual inspection of the wiring that leads to the oil pump connector on the right side of the block just above the only pan....its hard to see being that the right cv axle assembly is in the way. Then if nothing obvious.....I recommend replacing the oil pump. I have a video that I will be working on in the near future that shows this repair. Make sure to subscribe and keep an eye out for the up coming videos.
Thank you so much for that info! You are awesome, and I will keep my eyes open for the updates and your newest videos on the Pentastar.
Many thanks!
I thought the VW Routan version was exactly the same as the Caravan with just a different body, At least the ones I have seen look identical
Thanks for the video and you have a new subscriber. Will be doing this repair when I get home from work travel.