my oil light pressure light comes on when my car is at rest yet when I am driving it goes off or if I keep the rev count up slightly it is a vauxhall astra 56 plate.Any ideas what this is most likely to be.
First be sure the oil level is correct and you are using the correct weight oil for that engine and climate. Then check that the engine idle speed is correct. Then check the oil pressure sending unit for accuracy with temporally installing a manual oil pressure gauge. If all that checks okay, you probably have a tired engine with worn bearings and oil pump.
keep filling it till it reaches top lever mark on the dipstick and also make sure you are on level ground when topping up
I'm guessing, but the coolant level sensor is probably in the overflow bottle and it is low. This is so you notice it before the radiator itself is low.
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The light may be the low fluid level for the master cylinder also. Check the fluid level.
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To change the high-level brake light bulb on a 2010 Vauxhall Astra, first, open the rear hatch and locate the high-level brake light assembly. Remove the plastic cover or access panel by gently prying it off or unscrewing it, depending on the model. Disconnect the wiring harness from the bulb socket, then twist the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. Replace the old bulb with a new one, reassemble the socket, and test the light before securing the cover back in place.
To fit Vauxhall roof bars to a Vauxhall Astra, first ensure you have the correct roof bars designed for the model. Begin by locating the mounting points on the roof; these are usually covered by small plastic caps. Align the roof bars with these points and secure them using the provided bolts or clamps, ensuring they are tightened to the manufacturer's specifications. Finally, check that the bars are level and securely attached before loading any items onto them.
On a 2001 Vauxhall Astra (Y-reg) with a 1.4 engine, the water tank, or coolant reservoir, is typically located near the front of the engine bay, on the driver's side. It is a translucent plastic tank with a cap that is usually labeled with a coolant symbol. Make sure to check the coolant level when the engine is cool for safety.
Either the coolant level is low and needs topping up, or more likely that the sensor is faulty. Experience shows that for ever 10 cars with that showing 9 have a fault with the sensor. Check the level anyway!
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