A Kettle Appears on the Car Dashboard?
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The kettle icon on the car dashboard is actually the engine oil pressure warning light, usually displayed in red with a drop of water at the spout. This symbol indicates whether the oil pressure is normal. Here are the reasons why the oil pressure warning light might appear: 1. Insufficient oil volume, which reduces the oil pump's output or prevents it from pumping oil due to air intake, leading to a drop in oil pressure. 2. Overheating of the engine, which can thin the oil, causing it to leak excessively through the clearances and resulting in reduced oil pressure. 3. Clogged oil filter or oil suction screen, which can also decrease oil pressure. 4. Incorrect oil selection: Using the wrong oil or an inappropriate grade can lead to increased leakage due to low oil viscosity during engine operation, thereby reducing oil pressure.