Monitor engine lubrication pressure with the Walker Products Engine Oil Pressure Switch 256-1290, an OE Replacement switch that drops in as a direct-fit replacement for the 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 (All engines). It senses oil pressure in the lubrication system and triggers a dashboard warning light or feeds a signal to the ECU when pressure falls below safe operating thresholds, giving early warning of a low-oil condition.
OE Replacement calibration: matches original specifications for pressure activation point, thread pitch, and electrical response.
Direct OE fit: threads into the factory location—typically the engine block or oil filter housing—using original threads and connectors with no modifications.
Built for harsh conditions: made with high-temperature and oil-resistant materials to resist heat, oil exposure, and vibration.
Single spade terminal: one male spade terminal with a single female connector; housing is black.
Signs this switch may need replacing include an oil light that flickers, false warnings, or no signal under an actual low-pressure condition. Diagnose the cause of any oil-pressure warning before replacing, since the same symptom can have other sources; if a failed pressure switch is the cause, this unit replaces it. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: none listed. Manufacturer part number 256-1290 (also 2561290).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this oil pressure switch do?
It monitors engine oil pressure and activates a dashboard warning light or sends a signal to the ECU when pressure falls below safe operating thresholds, giving early warning of a low-oil condition.
Will this fit my vehicle?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 (All engines). Confirm your application in the Buyer's Guide tab before ordering.
What are signs this switch may need replacing?
Common signs include an oil warning light that flickers, false warnings, or no signal under an actual low-pressure condition. Diagnose the cause before replacing.
Where does it install?
It threads into the factory location—typically the engine block or oil filter housing—using the original threads and connector, with no modifications required.
What are the terminal and connector details?
It has one male spade terminal and a single female connector. The housing is black. Country of origin: China.
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WARNING:
These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
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