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The oil pressure sending unit or the gauge itself may be inaccurate. Temporarily install a mechanical oil pressure gauge in place of the stock unit for testing purposes. Compare results.

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Q: Why would Oil pressure drops at idle to almost there is no knocks or noise in the engine. It's a little 4 cyl Chevy S-10 1998. Only 154000 miles.?
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