Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch Circuit
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P0524 RAM Possible Causes
- Low oil level or motor mechanical fault
- Faulty Oil Pressure sensor
- Oil Pressure Sensor harness is open or shorted
- Oil Pressure Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
How do I fix code P0524 RAM?
Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.
Cost of diagnosing the P0524 RAM code
The cost of diagnosing the P0524 RAM code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
- Oil pressure warning light ON
P0524 RAM Description
For the Multi-Displacement System (MDS) to enable the 4-cylinder mode, the oil pressure must be approximately 25 psi. For the MDS to remain enabled in the 4-cylinder mode the engine oil pressure cannot drop less than 23.2 psi. If the oil pressure drops less than 23.2 psi while the MDS will be disabled. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will set when the engine oil pressure never reaches the calibrated specification to allow the MDS activation.