Service Bulletin

Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.

Greensboro, NC USA Trucks
Date Group No. Page
This Service Bulletin replaces SB 22025, Engine
Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing (09.2005), publication no.
9.2005 220 28 1(9)
PV77620 024342.
Engine Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing
Checklist J
D16D
Engine Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing
Checklist J

W3005110

This information covers fault tracing a engine oil pressure condition in the Volvo D16D
engine.

Contents
General Guide to Fault Tracing page 2
Engine Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing page 3
Engine Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing page 4

Note: Information is subject to change without notice.

Illustrations are used for reference only, and may differ slightly from the actual engine
version. However, key components addressed in this information are represented as
accurately as possible.

PV776-20 046723 USA19515

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General Guide to Fault Tracing

You must read and understand the precautions and guidelines in Service Information,
group 20, "General Safety Practices, Engine" before performing any procedure. If
you are not properly trained and certified in a procedure, ask your supervisor for
training before you perform it.

To use this checklist:

1 Complete basic data gathering

Read fault codes
Check vehicle parameters

2 Use the recommendations in appropriate symptom information, plus the

information gathered above to provide a foundation for continued fault tracing
using this checklist.

One fault often affects other systems. Therefore, it is important to confirm or

eliminate suspected causes of faults at an early stage, using tests in VCADS
Pro.
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Engine Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing

Note: Use Checklist when fault code MID 128 PID100 See also:
FMI 1 (mechanical faults) is present. For electrical faults,
FMI 3 or 5, refer to 1 General Guide to Fault Tracing page 2

Vehicle Chassis No. Mileage Customer

Yes No

1 Oil Level, Checking page 4

Is the engine oil level within specifications?

Action:

2 Oil Quality, Checking page 4

Is the oil of an approved quality?

Have oil changes been carried out within the prescribed intervals?

Is the engine oil free from contamination by coolant or fuel?

Action:

3 Oil Pressure Gauge, Checking page 5

Is the oil pressure within specification?

Oil pressure reading - instrument cluster:

Oil pressure reading - VCADS Pro:

Oil pressure reading - multimeter/transducer or pressure gauge: kPa: psi:

Action:

4 Oil Filter, Checking page 7

Are the oil filters free of damage or restrictions?

Action:

5 Reduction Valve, Check page 7

Does the reduction valve function correctly?

Action:

6 Safety Valve, Check page 8

Does the safety valve function correctly?

Action:

7 Oil Pump, Check page 8

Is the oil strainer fault-free?

Are the pressure pipes fault-free?

Are the oil pipes secured and fault-free?

Is the oil pump in good condition and fault-free?

Action:

Completed by: Dealer: Date:

1
Refer to IMPACT or ID DVD: Info type Diagnostics MID 128 group 2841
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Engine Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing

See also:

General Guide to Fault Tracing page 2

Engine Oil Pressure, Fault Tracing page 3

Oil Level, Checking

1
Check that the oil level is within specifications.

Note: Oil level near or below the min line on the dipstick
can adversely affect the oil pressure during demanding
driving conditions or when driving in very hilly terrain.

Note: If the oil level is below the warning level, fault

code MID 128 PID 98 should be active. If not, check
the function of the oil level sensor.

Note: If it is suspected that the wrong dipstick has been

fitted to the engine, drain oil and refill with the correct
amount and check again.

2
If no fault is found, proceed to next step.

Oil Quality, Checking

1
Check that the oil quality meets Volvo specifications and
has been changed at the proper intervals.

2
Check the dipstick or draw a sample of oil and check for
the presence of fuel or coolant in the oil.

3
Check if the oil is contaminated with coolant, fuel, or soot.

CAUTION
Contaminated engine oil can cause serious damage
to the engine or its components.

Possible causes of contamination:

Inner leakage in the oil cooler. (Check for oil

contamination in the coolant.)
Leakage in the cylinder head gasket.
Leakage in the O-rings between the cylinder liner and
cylinder block.
Cracks in the cylinder head, cylinder liner or cylinder
block.
Unit Injectors fuel leakage
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4
If the oil is contaminated, refer to service information,
Contaminated Fluid.2

Oil Pressure Gauge, Checking

Using VCADS Pro

1
Connect the PC (VCADS Pro) to the vehicle diagnostics
connector. Perform Sensor values, check engine
running; follow instructions in VCADS Pro. Check the
value for engine oil pressure.

2
Compare the value with the displayed value in the oil
pressure gauge in the instrument cluster.

If the values do not correspond, perform Instrument, test

and check the gauge for oil pressure.

Using External Pressure Gauge

Special tools: 9992873, 9998496, J39200,
9996398
1
Remove oil pressure sensor, located on the left side of
the engine block near number 4 cylinder.

Note: The sensor must remain disconnected from the

engine harness during test to prevent engine shutdown.

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2
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2
Install test fitting 9992873 into oil passage in the block.

9992873

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3
Attach pressure transducer 9998496 to test fitting
9992873.

9998496, 9992873

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4
Connect measuring equipment:

Ensure pressure transducer 9998496 is attached to

test fitting 9992873.
Connect pressure transducer to multimeter J39200.

Note: Alternate method: Attach manual pressure gauge

9996398 to test fitting 9992873.

9998496, J39200, 9996398, 9992873

W2005039
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5
Start the engine. Check the oil pressure (refer to
operating instructions for transducer). Compare oil
pressure with PC tool and instrument cluster.

Refer to Lubrication and Oil System: Oil Pressure3

If the measurement shows that the oil pressure is below

specifications, continue fault tracing with Oil Filter,
Checking page 7.

If oil pressure measurement using an external pressure

gauge shows that the pressure is within specifications,
but the pressure sensor in the engine does not, replace
the pressure sensor.

Oil Filter, Checking

Special tools: J29925
1
Check that the oil filters are not damaged or restricted.

External damage to the filters can restrict oil flow and

reduce oil pressure.

2
Remove the oil filters and check that they are not
clogged. Carefully cut open the filter top using tool
J29925. Remove the paper media. Unfold and inspect for
contamination, metal, or other debris.

J29925

Reduction Valve, Check

1
Check that the reducing valve has a blue mark.

T2020892

3
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2
Check that the valve is closed and not damaged so that
the function has deteriorated. Press in the valve cone (1)
using a blunt object. Check that it does not bind and
that it returns against the seat (2).

Note: The reduction valve regulates oil pressure by

allowing surplus oil to flow back to the oil pan.

T2012901

Safety Valve, Check

T2020891

1
Check that the safety valve has a purple mark.

2
Check that the valve is closed and not damaged so that
the function has deteriorated. Press in the valve cone (1)
using a blunt object. Check that it does not bind and
that it returns against the seat (2).

Note: The safety valve opens if the pressure in the

lubrication system is too high; e.g. cold oil conditions.

T2012901

Oil Pump, Check

1
Remove the oil pan; refer to Service Information Oil Pan
Replacement.4

4
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2
Remove the oil pump. Check the oil strainer to make
sure it is not clogged.

3
Check that the oil pipe between the oil pump and cylinder
block is properly connected and free of leaks.

4
Check the external drive gears for damage or excessive
wear.

5
Check the internal oil pump gears and housing for
damage or excessive wear.

6
If the oil pump is faulty, replace the pump. Refer to
Service Information: Oil Pump, Replacement.5

7
If the cause of the fault can be traced back to poor oil
quality, the oil system must be thoroughly cleaned before
filling up with new oil.

5
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