Technical Bulletin

1/06

Oil Pressure Readings For 1999-2005 GM 6.0L VIN N & U Engines

The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding engine oil pressure on 1999-2005 GM 6.0L VIN N & U engines. There has been some discussion as to what the proper engine oil pressure for this engine should be. There have been reports of customer concerns over seemingly low oil pressure for the above mentioned engines. The concerns have been expressed, even though the engines have no noticeable noise or unusual running characteristics. In some instances, to resolve customer concerns, engines have been completely disassembled to determine possible causes. After determining all bearing clearances are within specifications and engine reassembly, similar oil pressure values have been observed. General Motors has published the normal, minimum hot oil pressure values listed below for the 6.0L engine. If an engine is using the proper oil, and the pressures listed below can be obtained under hot conditions, service work to improve oil pressure readings may not be required. If oil pressure had been previously observed at a much higher value, then a leaky oil pump pickup screen O-Ring may be leaking. Minimum Hot Oil Pressure 6 psi (42 kPa) 18 psi (25 kPa) 24 psi (66 kPa) RPM at 1,000 RPM at 2,000 RPM at 4,000 RPM

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