I have a 96 Honda Accord LX (4 cylinder) and I have noticed the oil light started flickering at idle speed (when I have the clutch engaged and sometimes shifting if I don't give it enough gas and the RPMs get low). The oil level is fine when I check. I recently changed the oil myself (usually do) but I can't say for certain the problem started after this. I was hoping it may just be an electrical issue but I doubt it. Anyone know the most likely problem? Thanks.
2007-11-29 01:54:41 · 5 answers · asked by JB 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
low oil pressure,high miles,try replacing oil with higher viscosity
2007-11-29 02:39:54 · answer #1 · answered by kentenooo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the oil pressure light switch, or corrosion at the switch. It's a frequent problem on many imports. May be bad even if not leaking. If the oil level is OK the switch is the next cheapest and most likely step to fix the problem.
2007-11-29 05:16:08 · answer #2 · answered by thebax2006 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oil pumps are not a usual failure just because they are so well lubricated. Could be that though. Most likely the oil pressure sending unit. Not too expensive/difficult to fix.
2007-11-29 02:00:36 · answer #3 · answered by mrb_2131 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
either low on oil or oil pump is weak
2007-11-29 02:52:12 · answer #4 · answered by da_bartender69 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
low oil pressure....pump is prob worn...dont worry about it...keep it full of oil....new pump is several hundred dollars...if u have 150,000 or more mi.. its kind of expected
2007-11-29 01:59:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋