Where abouts is the oil pressure sensor on my Audi? I need to replace it. Is this something I can do myself?

thankyou pete

 

I had a problem with the low oil pressure warning light coming on - hoped it was the switch.

I asked the same question, when no none replyed I started my in car search.

It is actually behind the oil filter housing, very difficult to see.

I jacked the front way up and could just see the wire going to it.

Remove the oil filter and while you may not see it, you can reach in to disconnect the wire (push down on tab and pull)

From there you can get a deep socket on it (21mm I believe).
Break it loose and remove by hand.

Reverse for install.

It did the trick for me, no more flashing lights and sounds

Good Luck

 

Not sure how to replay and say thanks to Tomkat for the info. I will give it a try!
peter

 

Good Luck...

I hope it is just the switch, it usually is.

 

TomKat, where did you buy your sensor from?
By the way I got the electrical connection off so all I need is the deep socket and part!

 

I got mine from the dealer for $30.38.

You can get one from RockAuto.com for as low as $3.41, however I would go with the $9.40 one made by Beck/Arnley.

I think you can also find them at Pep boys and Autozone.

Once you get it, check the socket size.
I assume you won't pull it until you get a replacement, it makes a mess when you drive without it

 

The dealer cost for mine is 24$+tax, this is where i never am sure if buying from these other sources is as good as product.

thx pete

 

That's a better price than I paid.

I bought the Audi part because I thought it would be better quality...

However, my son reminded me that the OEM one failed, maybe I should get another manufacturer... Good Point!

I just wasn't sure which aftermarket ones would be coming from China.

I thought I would stick with the German product (I'm hoping they're not made in China also)

Good luck

 

I'm showing that oil pressure switch to be 06A-919-081-J and we sell it for 15.19 plus shipping with either UPS or usps on our website. We have 2 in stock if you need one. Thanks, Jeff.