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Valkyrie14 · 12-22-2022, 11:27 AM

Oil pump right? What upgrades are there for oil pump, or something else that it would make sense to do if I am in there suggestions.

Also, would driving it to a shop be too much? I don’t want a seized engine.

eLeSthree · 12-22-2022, 11:32 AM

So it has zero pressure? Check the oil pressure sensor at the back of the valley cover. It will be behind the supercharger. If its reading zero it could be the sensor. If it was working I'd imagine you would have some pressure.

Valkyrie14 · 12-22-2022, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by eLeSthree

So it has zero pressure? Check the oil pressure sensor at the back of the valley cover. It will be behind the supercharger. If its reading zero it could be the sensor. If it was working I'd imagine you would have some pressure.

I will check that, good point. The dash says 0.0 bars, and the gauge didn’t move.

KenKat · 12-22-2022, 12:11 PM

DO NOT drive it if it’s got an oil pressure light on. Just not worth the risk.

morepowerjoe · 12-22-2022, 02:27 PM

I wouldn't be even starting it unless you have a mechanical gauge installed in the place of the sensor ready to shut it off if don't see any pressure. If you don't want to test it yourself then I would have it towed to a shop. Like one said it's not worth the risk.

pyroguy · 12-22-2022, 02:54 PM

If you're still driving the car with zero oil pressure, STOP! If it is a sensor then you've been extra careful for nothing. If it is a pump, you may save the engine.

witenite · 12-22-2022, 09:44 PM

Had a "check engine" light come on a few weeks ago. No other warning lights.Then noticed the oil pressure on the center gauges was flat. It was oil pump sensor that needed replaced.

bsn · 12-23-2022, 04:15 AM

If you truly have no oil pressure your lifters will be very noisy-don't drive it. Chances are its probably just the sensor or wiring problem.

Carpetguy · 12-23-2022, 06:56 AM

As said before oil pressure sensor.Or the screen clogged up.
When the last time the oil was change?
Of motor has alot of miles try using lucas oil additive.
My suburban does ithat alot

Badbubba · 12-23-2022, 10:38 AM

Dog bone instead of timing chain tensioner. Katech C5R timing chain. Verify oil pump is bad. If so, Melling 10296.

102SS · 12-23-2022, 12:59 PM

Whats a tow worth? a couple hundred at most.

Your engine is worth 5-7k to replace

I know what my choice would be.

ZL1_Chris · 12-24-2022, 12:09 PM

Second the dog bone issue here is a link with some good info
https://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=11

Valkyrie14 · 12-26-2022, 09:34 AM

I have a shop looking at it Thursday. He thinks it is the sensor. I will post an update.

Valkyrie14 · 12-29-2022, 09:56 AM

It is the sensor. Problem solved.

12-22-2022, 11:27 AM	#1
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 962	No Oil Pressure Warning Light Oil pump right? What upgrades are there for oil pump, or something else that it would make sense to do if I am in there suggestions. Also, would driving it to a shop be too much? I don’t want a seized engine. __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, 10% Super Damper, 2.55 upper, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can, E85 corn fed, 160 Thermostat, Monster Twin Disk, MGW Short Throw shifter, Tick Clutch Master Cylinder, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.

12-22-2022, 11:32 AM	#2
eLeSthree Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6sp Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Drivers Seat Posts: 1,904	So it has zero pressure? Check the oil pressure sensor at the back of the valley cover. It will be behind the supercharger. If its reading zero it could be the sensor. If it was working I'd imagine you would have some pressure. __________________ 2011 Camaro SS---SOLD TMS Dart 427 FED M311s, ESS Tuning G4 Blower, DSX Triple FP Assembly, DSX FF, FIC1300, Mcleod RXT 1200HD, Edlebrock Pro Flo XT 1158whp 1017wtq. 2010 CTS-V A6 - "Stock" SOLD 630whp 658wtq 2024 F-150 RCSB 5.0 4x4 waiting for tunes...

12-22-2022, 02:27 PM	#5
morepowerjoe Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro l99 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,121	I wouldn't be even starting it unless you have a mechanical gauge installed in the place of the sensor ready to shut it off if don't see any pressure. If you don't want to test it yourself then I would have it towed to a shop. Like one said it's not worth the risk. __________________ DSS FX Forged Pistons, Eagle ESP L19 Forged Rods, ARP Head and Main Studs, TSP PRC 260 CNC Ported Heads milled .030, Cometic .040 Head Gaskets, GPI SS3 VVT Camshaft, GM Performance Racing Lifters, CHE Trunnions , Molly Pushrods, Melling 10355HV Oil Pump, Cold Air Inductions CAI, Fast LSXR Intake Manifold, Nick Williams 103 TB, TSP 1 7/8" Longtubes with 3" TSP Exhaust, ZL1 Fuel Pump, Mishimoto Radiator, Mishimoto Oil Cooler, Tru Cool 40k Tranny Cooler, 3600 Circle D Converter, Fluid Dynamics Balancer Build Thread https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=609817

12-22-2022, 02:54 PM	#6
pyroguy Started#gottalovethatblue Drives: ABM #831 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: TN Posts: 6,926 View My Garage	If you're still driving the car with zero oil pressure, STOP! If it is a sensor then you've been extra careful for nothing. If it is a pump, you may save the engine. __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS \| Aqua Blue #831 of 3,903 \| Silver Stripes Check out my build thread

12-22-2022, 09:44 PM	#7
witenite Drives: 2010 2SS non RS Join Date: May 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 3,253 View My Garage	Had a "check engine" light come on a few weeks ago. No other warning lights.Then noticed the oil pressure on the center gauges was flat. It was oil pump sensor that needed replaced. __________________

12-22-2022, 12:11 PM	#4
KenKat Drives: 2014 2LT RS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 622	DO NOT drive it if it’s got an oil pressure light on. Just not worth the risk.

12-23-2022, 04:15 AM	#8
bsn Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Virginia Posts: 313	If you truly have no oil pressure your lifters will be very noisy-don't drive it. Chances are its probably just the sensor or wiring problem.

12-23-2022, 06:56 AM	#9
Carpetguy Drives: 2011 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Illinois Posts: 121	As said before oil pressure sensor.Or the screen clogged up. When the last time the oil was change? Of motor has alot of miles try using lucas oil additive. My suburban does ithat alot

12-23-2022, 10:38 AM	#10
Badbubba GrINned & JUICEd Drives: 15STI, 10Expy, 10 2SS/RS M6, 47KB1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,247	Dog bone instead of timing chain tensioner. Katech C5R timing chain. Verify oil pump is bad. If so, Melling 10296. __________________ GPI SS3 Cam & stuff,N.O. Plate(dedicated fuel tank,progressive,fuel hose upgrade,remote opener,heater,console switches),LNC2000,CTAP,ARH 1 7/8" LTs/gutted cats/X pipe/mufflers,Jet Hot coated LTs,GPI HPT Tune,CAI, Scoop,Rx Catch Can,Gates heater hose relocation, Remote clutch & auto brake res,Metco loop,Momentum Tunnel Brace,TSW Nurb 18",555 & 05,Pfadt trailing arms & toe rods,Autometer WB,Fesler Pillar Pod,LED strips (int),Lloyds floor & trunk mats,LED DRL/front turn & license plate,DRL harness,VLEDs tail lights,Plasticoat Bowties. Ord: Oct 5, 2009 Rec: Nov 19, 2009 13.17@112.6 stock

12-23-2022, 12:59 PM	#11
102SS waiting at the tree Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 3,180	Whats a tow worth? a couple hundred at most. Your engine is worth 5-7k to replace I know what my choice would be. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS A6 ZL1 Rims 60ft 2.03 13.08 at 107.82 (4/28) 2009 Pontiac G8 3.6L the DD

12-24-2022, 12:09 PM	#12
ZL1_Chris ZL1_Chris Drives: 2015 ZL1 Camaro Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: Largo,FL Posts: 100 View My Garage	Second the dog bone issue here is a link with some good info https://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=11

12-26-2022, 09:34 AM	#13
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 962	I have a shop looking at it Thursday. He thinks it is the sensor. I will post an update. __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, 10% Super Damper, 2.55 upper, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can, E85 corn fed, 160 Thermostat, Monster Twin Disk, MGW Short Throw shifter, Tick Clutch Master Cylinder, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.

12-29-2022, 09:56 AM	#14
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 962	It is the sensor. Problem solved. __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, 10% Super Damper, 2.55 upper, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can, E85 corn fed, 160 Thermostat, Monster Twin Disk, MGW Short Throw shifter, Tick Clutch Master Cylinder, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.