Yes, you are correct. A tether is required because if you were to tip over and lose oil, the engine would keep running.
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My understanding is that this "fix" just fools/bypasses the sensor....perhaps a resistor??
That's why the Tether is crucial. With the override in place the motor will destroy itself rather than shut down in a low oil/pressure scenario.