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Product details
Part NameEngine Oil Pressure Switch
BrandWalker Products
Part Number256-1244
UPC00724620257513
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If your vehicle is listed on the fitment table below, the product will fit your car - we guarantee it. All you need to do is to ensure that the vehicle's Year, Make, Model, Trim, and any other notes specified inside the fitment table are respected.
Walker Products Engine Oil Pressure Switches are OE Replacement components engineered to monitor oil pressure and alert the ECU or driver when levels fall below safe limits. These switches serve as critical warning devices that activate dashboard lights or feed signals to engine control systems when oil pressure drops, helping prevent severe internal damage due to lack of lubrication. Common symptoms of failure include oil light flickering, false warnings, or lack of signal under actual low-pressure conditions. Walker switches are manufactured to match OE specifications for pressure thresholds, thread size, terminal type, and electrical response. Each unit is built with high-temperature and oil-resistant materials to ensure consistent performance under prolonged engine exposure. Designed for exact OE fit, these switches thread directly into the factory location—typically the engine block or oil filter housing—and connect to existing wiring with no modifications. Whether used as part of a scheduled service, drivability repair, or engine rebuild, Walker Oil Pressure Switches provide dependable pressure monitoring and help extend engine life by maintaining early warning functionality within the lubrication system.
Characteristics include:
Prevents Engine Damage: Helps protect vital components by alerting the driver or system to low oil pressure conditions.
Monitors Oil Pressure Levels: Activates dashboard warning or ECU input when oil pressure falls below safe operating thresholds.
OE Replacement Calibration: Matches original specs for pressure activation point, thread pitch, and electrical response.
Exact OE Fit: Installs directly in the factory location using original threads and connectors—no modifications required.
Engineered for Harsh Conditions: Built to resist high temperatures, oil exposure, and vibration in demanding engine environments.
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Fitment Table
This product is compatible with these vehicles:
Year
Make
Model
Notes
Position
1998
Audi
Cabriolet
2.8L
V engine
6 cylinders
3.25" bore
3.40" stroke
For Gauge
Color-Natural
1997
Audi
Cabriolet
2.8L
V engine
6 cylinders
3.25" bore
3.40" stroke
For Gauge
Color-Natural
1996
Audi
Cabriolet
2.8L
V engine
6 cylinders
3.25" bore
3.40" stroke
For Gauge
Color-Natural
1995
Audi
90
2.8L
V engine
6 cylinders
3.25" bore
3.40" stroke
For Gauge
Color-Natural
1995
Audi
90 Quattro
2.8L
V engine
6 cylinders
3.25" bore
3.40" stroke
For Gauge
Color-Natural
1995
Audi
Cabriolet
2.8L
V engine
6 cylinders
3.25" bore
3.40" stroke
For Gauge
Color-Natural
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