• | Low oil level. Fill to full mark on oil level indicator. |
• | Incorrect or malfunctioning oil pressure switch. |
• | Incorrect or malfunctioning oil pressure indicator. |
• | Improper oil viscosity or diluted oil. |
| Install oil of the proper viscosity for expected temperature. Install
new oil if diluted with moisture or unburned fuel mixture. |
• | Oil pump worn or dirty. |
• | Oil pickup screen loose or plugged. |
• | Hole in oil pick up tube. |
• | Excessive bearing clearance. Replace as necessary. |
• | Cracked, porous or restricted oil galleries. Repair or replace
block. |
• | Gallery plugs missing or misinstalled. Install plugs or repair
as necessary. |
• | Malfunctioning oil pump pressure regulator valve. |
• | Camshaft worn or poorly machined. Replace the camshaft. |