If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you
start your engine, or come on when you are driving.
This indicates that there is not enough pressure to keep your engine
properly lubricated and cool. The engine could be low on oil, or have some
other oil related problem. Have it fixed right away.
The oil light could also come on in three other situations.
| • | When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light
will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out
when you turn the engine to START. If it doesn't come on with the ignition
on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away. |
| • | Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop, the light may
blink on and off. This is normal. |
| • | If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment.
This is normal. |
| | Caution: Do not keep
driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that
it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have
the vehicle serviced.
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| | Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage
the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow
the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil.
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