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why does oil light come on Oil level is low, pressure is low do to plugged filter or worn engine, or sensor is bad.
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What causes the oil light to come on at idle if engine is full of oil?
Normally caused by failed oil pressure sensor. It is located on the back of the block.
Why would the oil light come on during idling?
A faulty oil pressure sending unit, worn bearings, worn oil pump, idle to low,
What is wrong if the check engine light comes on at idle and the engine run rough on a 1994 Mazda 929?
Check the engine oil, sometimes when the oil is low the check engine light comes on while sitting still and goes out when you accelarate.
Oil pressure switch on your 3.3liter Caravan 2002?
I just replaced mine and now the oil light does not come on during idle. What is you question? If your asking where it is, its buy the oil filter and oil pump.
Why does blue smoke come out of a 1983 Ford Ranger?
Because it is burning oil. If it does it constantly, it's time for a ring job. If it does it mainly only after sitting at idle for a little while (like at a traffic light) then stops, it's time for valve stem work.
Oil pressure light comes on when idling still light goes out when idle speed goes up?
The most common reason for the oil pressure light to come on when your vehicle is idling, is low oil. Check your engine oil and make sure the oil is up to the full mark on the dipstick.
Why does the oil light come on while driving you vw golf 1999 when the oil level is ok can anyone help me out?
The viscosity of your oil may affect the oil light. A light weight oil (5W30) can trip the sensor. If you notice the problem at idle, try switching to a heavier oil next time you change.
What causes a 2001 Jeep Liberty oil light to come on when engine is at idle 600 rpm and oil level is OK?
have the oil sending unit tested Thanks it was the sending unit sensor
Why does oil light come in when idling on 1999 town and country?
Idle may be too low, or it has low oil pressure. Make sure you are using the correct weight oil and a quality filter.
Why would your oil light come on at idle with plenty oil in motor?
A few reasons, low oil pressure, oil pump is bad, may need to change your oil and reset your computer, + more. Q- How much oil pressure do you have?
Oil light used to come on only when idle now it is always on Have your oil changed every 3000 and they tell you oil pressure is good?
Have they checked the oil pressure sending unit? How about the wire leading from the unit to the gauge?
Can to much oil make the check engine light come on and idle rough?
To much oil in an engine can cause it to flood which will then lead to blowing seals. But it should not effect how the car idles.
