What does it mean if the oil light is flashing?
If the oil light flickers on and off while the vehicle is stopped or at an idle, there may be a problem with the oil sensor or the pressure is too low. At the very least, the engine should have 5 PSI when not moving. If the light flickers while the vehicle is in motion, the oil levels may be too low.
What triggers the oil change light?
Why Does the Change Engine Oil Light Come On for the ‘Direct Measurement’ Oil Life Indicator?
- Conductivity – ease of electric current passing through the oil (the lower the electrical resistance, the more contaminated the oil is)
- Mechanical properties – sensors pick up for viscosity or ‘thickness’ of the oil currently.
What to do when oil pressure light flickers?
Spin on a new oil filter and tighten it hand tight and then about a 1/4 of a turn more. Fill your engine with the recommended oil. Do not worry about any residual fuel left in the oil, as it will burn off when the vehicle gets up to operating temperature. Let the engine run for about 10 minutes on idle.
When does the oil pressure light go off?
Do not worry about any residual fuel left in the oil, as it will burn off when the vehicle gets up to operating temperature. Let the engine run for about 10 minutes on idle. Make sure the oil light goes off in this time.
What should you do if your oil light comes on?
The Oil Light may come on for a few different reasons, which include low oil pressure or a low oil level. If your Oil Light comes on while you are driving down the road, the first thing you should do is safely pull over and turn off the vehicle.
What to do when the stop light comes on?
If it comes on while the engine is running, shut it off and use the oil dipstick to check the oil level. You may need to add more oil or get the oil changed. If the Stop light is also on, shut the engine off IMMEDIATELY. The situation is critical.