Walker 256-1316 Engine Oil Pressure Switch

Engine Oil Pressure Switch for OE-Style Monitoring

Walker 256-1316 is an engine oil pressure switch built to monitor lubrication pressure and send a signal to the ECU or dashboard warning circuit when pressure drops below safe limits. It is an OE replacement for 1995-1996 Chevrolet Corsica applications and is built to match factory electrical response, thread size, and terminal layout.

For drivers searching for a 1995-1996 Chevrolet Corsica engine oil pressure switch, Walker 256-1316 provides direct-fit replacement coverage with the correct blade pin terminal design and a single female connector interface.

• OE replacement engine oil pressure switch
• Fits 1995-1996 Chevrolet Corsica
• Metal and plastic construction for engine-bay use
• Black housing with blade pin terminal type
• 1 connector, 1 terminal, female connector, male terminal
• Matches factory pressure threshold and electrical response requirements

Detailed Product Overview

Walker 256-1316 is engineered for direct installation at the factory oil pressure switch location, typically on the engine block or oil filter housing. It is designed to restore accurate oil pressure signaling so the warning lamp or engine control system receives the correct input when lubrication pressure changes. The switch uses high-temperature, oil-resistant materials to maintain stable operation in demanding engine conditions. This part number is also searched as Walker Products 256-1316 for 1995-1996 Chevrolet Corsica oil pressure switch replacement.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Oil warning light flickering during normal operation
• False low-oil-pressure warnings
• No warning signal when oil pressure drops
• Intermittent gauge or ECU input from a failing switch
• Electrical signal loss at the factory pressure switch location

Installation Notes and Tips

Install the switch in the original threaded port and connect it to the existing wiring harness without modification. Verify the connector style, terminal count, and thread engagement before final tightening. If the original switch failed due to oil contamination or wiring damage, inspect the connector and surrounding harness during replacement. This part number, 256-1316, is intended for direct OE-style service on the listed Chevrolet Corsica applications.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products manufactures this oil pressure switch to OE specifications for fit, terminal type, and electrical response. The design uses materials selected for heat and oil exposure in engine service, supporting consistent warning-system operation in the lubrication circuit.