2007-01-17 22:16:25 · 6 answers · asked by plasterur 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
low oil pressure.
could be oil filters, oil level, or using oil for petrol engines instead of diesels engines.
The worst scenario is that the engine is starting to get worn.
i'd do an oil/filter change as a precaution.
I've had plenty of cars, particularly sports cars, where the pressure is really low on tickover but picks up as soon as i blip the throttle.
2007-01-17 22:27:09 · answer #1 · answered by Michael H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
True, the oil level might be low, or do you keep up with regular oil changes? If not, you have sludge build-up in the motor. This is not good. If you do keep up with oil changes, you can have a weak oil sending unit, or wire that goes to it that has a weak connection. In some vehicles, I have found that using a lighter oil will cause this to happen also, instead of using an oil that is thicker. I'd first check the oil level. Don't take this the wrong way, but some people don't know how to even check their oil. Make sure the engine is off, open the hood, by pulling the hood release under the steering wheel. Once the hood is open, look for a colored handle that has an oil can on it, or says "oil". While holding a paper towel or rag in one hand, pull out this dipstick and wipe it clean. Re-install it, then pull it out again and see if the level of oil is within it's marks. If not, you need to add oil. You will need to find the oil cap on the top of the motor. It will be plastic or aluminum and you will have to twist and pull to remove it. You will need to add oil to the motor and keep checking the dipstick till it reaches the safe mark. Put everything back start the car and see if the light comes back on. If it does, I recommend taking it to an automotive shop so a perfessional mechanic can diagnose the problem.
2007-01-18 06:35:59 · answer #2 · answered by KILROY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would guess, that your have a weak oil pump as it turns with the engine, so the faster the engine rpm the faster the pump and when you idling you have the smallest amount of pressure possible...so thats where I would start, also make sure you check the connections on the sensor itself.
2007-01-18 06:29:57 · answer #3 · answered by lemans81 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When did you check the level? Might need some oil.
2007-01-18 06:19:52 · answer #4 · answered by stephen t 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
change the oil and filter,good quality oil " MORRIS OF SHEWSBURY " the best in my own opinion,if that fails change the pressure switch,if that fails renew the oil pump before you cause engine damage.
2007-01-18 14:03:14 · answer #5 · answered by mick_j 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
possibly the oil pressure switch
2007-01-18 06:49:26 · answer #6 · answered by Snot Me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋