Oil pressure sensor question...

[SoCalS14]

I have noticed that I have a small oil leak coming, from what appears to be the oil pressure sensor...Should I just tighten it? Or do I have to take it out and wrap it with some sort of tape?? Not sure how to proceed here...any suggestions?

[912.0turbo]

I just replaced mine.They are not that expensive.

[nismostate]

when you replaced it, did you have to drain your oil first? Im about to install a oil pressure gauge and didn't want to spill oil everywhere.

[912.0turbo]

I dont think so.My mechanic did it for me.

[SpeedRacer1]

You dont need to drain the oil, though expect a little oil to come out like when you change an oil filter. You can use teflon tape on the threads but it would be a better idea to just use the proper sealant.

[nismostate]

thanks guys, Im just gonna go ahead and take the filter off and do the damn thing. forgot i had 1 extra quart left so that should cover whatever leaks out. i just changed my oil so that's another reason why i don't want to drain it already.