Walker 256-1061 Engine Oil Pressure Switch

Engine Oil Pressure Switch for OE Replacement

Walker 256-1061 is an engine oil pressure switch built to monitor lubrication pressure and send a signal when pressure drops below safe limits. It is an OE replacement part with a brown housing, one blade-pin terminal, and a female connector for direct factory-style electrical connection.

Designed for Audi and Volkswagen applications, this switch supports accurate oil-pressure warning function in vehicles such as the Audi A3, A4, Q5, Q7, TT Quattro, and Volkswagen GTI, Jetta, Tiguan, Atlas, and Golf R. The Walker 256-1061 matches OE-style pressure response, thread fit, and terminal layout for straightforward replacement.

Key Features

• OE replacement engine oil pressure switch
• Brown color with metal and plastic construction
• One blade-pin terminal, one connector, female connector gender, male terminal gender
• Built for factory-style oil pressure warning signal operation
• Direct-fit design for original mounting location
• Walker part number 256-1061

Detailed Description

This engine oil pressure switch is engineered to monitor oil pressure and communicate low-pressure conditions to the ECU or dashboard warning circuit. It is manufactured to match OE specifications for pressure threshold, thread size, terminal type, and electrical response, helping maintain the factory warning strategy in the lubrication system. Walker 256-1061 is a practical replacement when the original switch is no longer sending a reliable signal.

Compatible With 2022-2026 Audi A3 Quattro, N/A; 2022-2026 Volkswagen Atlas, N/A; 2022-2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, N/A; 2022-2026 Volkswagen Golf R, N/A; 2022-2026 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; 2022-2026 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; 2022-2024 Audi A3, N/A; 2022-2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, N/A; 2022-2023 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; 2022-2023 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A; 2022-2023 Volkswagen Arteon, N/A; 2022 Audi Q5 PHEV, N/A; 2022 Audi Q7, N/A; 2022 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; 2020-2021 Audi Q5 PHEV, N/A; 2017-2021 Audi Q7, N/A; 2011-2021 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; 2016-2021 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A; 2019-2021 Volkswagen Arteon, N/A; 2018-2021 Volkswagen Atlas, N/A; 2020-2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, N/A; 2015-2021 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; 2011-2021 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; 2012-2021 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; 2018-2021 Volkswagen Tiguan, N/A; 2015-2020 Audi A3, N/A; 2010-2013 Audi A3, N/A; 2015-2020 Audi A3 Quattro, N/A; 2009-2020 Audi A4, N/A; 2017-2020 Audi A4 allroad, N/A; 2009-2020 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A; 2010-2020 Audi A5 Quattro, N/A; 2018-2020 Audi A5 Sportback, N/A; 2019-2020 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; 2011-2020 Audi Q5, N/A; 2015-2020 Audi S3, N/A; 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, N/A; 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf R, N/A; 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, N/A; 2012-2018 Audi A6, N/A; 2013-2018 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; 2010-2018 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; 2013-2016 Audi allroad, N/A; 2010-2014 Audi A5, N/A; 2012 Audi A7 Quattro, N/A.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Oil warning light flickering during normal operation
• False low-oil-pressure alerts from a worn switch
• No warning signal when actual oil pressure drops
• Intermittent dashboard oil pressure warnings
• Faulty signal input to the ECU or instrument cluster

Installation Notes and Tips

Install the switch in the factory oil-pressure port, typically on the engine block or oil filter housing, and connect it to the existing wiring harness without modification. Verify the connector style, terminal layout, and thread match before installation. If the vehicle has an active oil-pressure warning, confirm actual oil pressure with proper diagnostic testing before replacing the switch.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products manufactures this OE replacement switch to match factory specifications for fit and electrical response. High-temperature and oil-resistant materials are used to support consistent operation in engine environments. This part number is Walker 256-1061.