Lowish Oil Pressure

[mercyboy]

Hi, My w123 1985 230e,s oil pressure reads about 2.3 out of the 3.0 when travelling at 60 mph, Is there a problem with the engine the engine sounds quiet and drives smooth, My other w123 230e (1984 model) has full 3.0 oil pressure but this engine is noisier, Is there a problem with my 1985 engine.

 

[Brian WH]

Hi, My w123 1985 230e,s oil pressure reads about 2.3 out of the 3.0 when travelling at 60 mph, Is there a problem with the engine the engine sounds quiet and drives smooth, My other w123 230e (1984 model) has full 3.0 oil pressure but this engine is noisier, Is there a problem with my 1985 engine.

What's the mileage on each car and when did you last change the oil??

 

[mercyboy]

Hi, I have just purchased the 1985 230e so have not changed the oil/filter yet mileage reads 97,000 miles, the 1984 has had regular oil/filter changes and the mileage reads 75,000 miles.

 

[Brian WH]

Hi, I have just purchased the 1985 230e so have not changed the oil/filter yet mileage reads 97,000 miles, the 1984 has had regular oil/filter changes and the mileage reads 75,000 miles.

Theres your answer then, a change of oil and filter does wonders mate.

 

[mercyboy]

Thanks Brian, Will change Today.

 

[jaymanek]

At that speed, should def stay on 3. If not, you have problems, so see what the oil & filter does...

Jay

 

[mercyboy]

Changed oil and filter pressure back up to 3, Many thanks for your advice lads.

 

[Brian WH]

Changed oil and filter pressure back up to 3, Many thanks for your advice lads.

You are very welcome.

Another satisfied customer, that will be £100 please.

 

[Ian B Walker]

Brian, In line with current stealers prices you need to increase yours. Much too cheap for good advice

 

[mercyboy]

The £100 is in the post.

 

[Brian WH]

The £100 is in the post.

I'll settle for a Reputation vote.