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The engine main and/or rod bearings are worn. Change to a heavier grade oil (higher viscosity number) and the light should stop flickering so much. If you do that you can make the engine last a little longer, but the engine is definitely getting tired.

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Q: What is the problem when the oil pressure light in 1997 Buick Lesabre with 160000 miles blinks on and off when car is idle it goes out when car being driven?
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