1997 Honda Accord whats it called?

1997 HONDA ACCORD
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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TIRESMOKE
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what is that sensor called directly above the oil filter??? because i think im leaking oil from that sensor ,,, or is that even possible??? im trying to eliminate a few possibilities of where in the hell is the leak coming from......i need to know whats that sensor called so i can purchase a new one to replace that one so hopefully it will solve the problem ...all i know is when i crawled underneath the car is that i seen that sensor and it was all covered in oil also what is that pipe going into where the water pump is?? can that pipe where it meets the engine also can leak oil ??? like does it have a gasket ??? well i dont know so if someone with knowledge can answer this i sure would appreciate it.....Thank You.....[img:5823f124ec]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/460716_0930081723a_1.jpg[/img:5823f124ec]
Jan 15, 2010 at 10:04 PM
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Its called an engine oil pressure switch
very likely for it to be leaking ,if oil in it and all around it
the pipe carry coolant and if its the source of any leak it would be coolant and not oil
I would replace the pressure switch and install new oil filter
wash area and check again
Jan 15, 2010 at 10:14 PM
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my man..... Thanks ....now i can for sure know thats the problem ....i can get that part tomorrow and get that taken care of it sure was a headache for me figuring out an oil leak ,Thank You again....... :)
Jan 15, 2010 at 10:28 PM
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good luck
JAck O
Jan 15, 2010 at 10:37 PM