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Will engine vacuum leaks cause low oil pressure? How are they related to one another?

April 26, 2017cars cause engine leaks low maintenance repairs Transportation vacuum

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Will engine vacuum leaks cause low oil pressure? How are they related to one another?

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They are not related. Engine oil pressure is the function of the oil pump, seals, bearing and bushings. Vacuum is caused by the pistons on the intake stroke. As the piston goes down the cylinder with the intake valve open it causes a vacuum in the intake manifold.