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

When is the code detected?

The P0522 is detected when the signal sent from oil pressure sensor to PCM goes below specifications.

Symptoms

– Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
– Oil pressure warning light ON

P0522 Description

The PCM continuously monitors the engine oil pressure. The Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch sends a signal to the PCM when the engine is running.

P0522 Information for specific makes

P0522 CHEVROLET
P0522 CADILLAC
P0522 CHRYSLER
P0522 DODGE
P0522 HONDA
P0522 JEEP
P0522 MITSUBISHI
P0522 BUICK
P0522 GMC
P0522 PONTIAC
P0522 SATURN