Sending unit

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BPARRISH
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On the back side of block above oil pan is a one wire sending unit. It is leaking oil. What is this unit called?
Jun 12, 2019 at 5:41 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

That is the oil pressure sending unit.It is what relays the oil pressure readings to the oil gauge/light on your instrument panel.Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Jun 12, 2019 at 5:47 PM
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BPARRISH
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Thanks for your reply. It is a one wire sending unit.
Jun 12, 2019 at 6:49 PM
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DANNY L
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You're welcome. Yes, It's a one wire sending unit.Thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Jun 12, 2019 at 6:58 PM