Engine coolant temp running 220 degree F
Using 5W-30 oil in summer, my Catera's low oil pressure warning and light will come on when the engine is hot. But with 10W-40 oil this condition will not occur. Oil pressure gauge may indicate low pressure, but not enough to trigger the warning or the light.
depends on what the light is for? engine light? amber means its not serious but i would get it seen to straight away. the stop light means its serious
The oil light is a red warning light that is telling you that the engine oil pressure is low or non-existent and to stop. Severe engine damage will occur if you continue to drive the vehicle. I would suspect you have already done serious damage to this engine. It is not accelerating very well because it is dying from a lack of lubrication. Remember RED means STOP.
It sounds like the crank position sensor has failed.
A red warning light of a fan on an Iveco Daily dashboard indicates a critical issue with the engine cooling system. It usually signifies that the engine is overheating or that there is a malfunction in the cooling fan, which could lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly. It's essential to stop the vehicle safely and check the coolant levels and fan operation before continuing to drive. If the warning persists, seek professional assistance immediately.
You need to find out what the check engine light came on for. Have the computer scanned for codes. When certain errors occur that could damage the engine, sometimes the computer will just shut down the engine to prevent damage. That may be what happened to you.
There are several warning lights on the dashboard. A red light on the dashboard may mean that there is a problem. Stop the car, switch off the engine and restart again.
Low oil pressure = Oil pressure has dropped, STOP Check engine = Problem with the emission's system. Temperture = Engine overheating, STOP Maintence required = Some sort of maintence is due, normally Oil/Filter change.
my 1993 crown vic shut off with out warning while at stop light only once in a while
Sounds like the torque converter is in lock up mode. Can't help with fix without more info.
The colors on a stop light are red, green, and yellow. On the stoplight, red is the top color, yellow is the middle, and green is on the bottom. Green means go, red means stop, and yellow is a warning that red is coming.
If the Rx1 temp light and warning light are illuminated, it typically indicates that the engine is overheating or that there is an issue with the cooling system. This could be due to low coolant levels, a malfunctioning thermostat, or a failing water pump. It's crucial to stop the vehicle safely and allow the engine to cool down, as continuing to drive could cause severe engine damage. Check the coolant level and, if necessary, consult a mechanic for further diagnosis and repairs.