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CAT 3116; Oil Pressure signalb switch

Discussion in 'Engines' started by DarLoughRee, Apr 3, 2023.

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  1. DarLoughRee

    DarLoughRee New Member

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    Hello everyone Breaking Out Another Thousand :)

    I will introduce myself by posting another problem :) I have Princess 380 with twin CAT3116 engines :)

    the low oil pressure alarm and the dash warning light doesn't go off when I start one of the engines (let's call it engine1). I know that oil pressure is ok because the oil pressure gauge is working and showing a good pressure. The warning light and the warning sounder is operated by oil pressure switch ( photo attached) and the oil pressure gauge is operated by oil sender.
    I thought that the problem is in the oil pressure switch, but If I disconnect the oil pressure switch on the good engine ( let's call it engine2) - the alarm stops immediately without even starting the engine.. It doesn't happen the same on the engine1. I am not sure if there is another component like a relay involved in this...
    Any help how to find a fault or diagram hugely appreciated :)

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