Can You Continue Driving When the Car's Oil Light Comes On?
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When the car's oil light comes on, you should not continue driving. It is necessary to pull over and conduct a thorough inspection or repair of the vehicle before continuing. The purpose of the oil warning light is to alert the driver that the engine's oil level is low and needs to be replenished as soon as possible to avoid affecting the engine's normal operation. In severe cases, it may cause the engine to seize. Below are the steps to address the issue when the oil light comes on: 1. Stop the vehicle immediately and wait for 5-10 minutes before carefully opening the hood (do not open it immediately after stopping to avoid burns). 2. Check the oil level. If it shows that the oil level is low, you need to add oil. If you do not have spare oil, pull over immediately and contact rescue services if the engine starts shaking or the noise increases. 3. After adding oil, restart the vehicle to see if the oil light still comes on. If the light does not come on, it indicates that the issue was caused by low oil level, which is not a major problem. 4. Although you can continue driving, it is strongly recommended to visit a 4S shop or repair station as soon as possible to determine the cause of the oil consumption. 5. If the oil level is within the acceptable range, you should safely pull over and contact a 4S shop rescue vehicle for immediate repairs. The warning light may be caused by damaged oil system components or abnormal pressure. Continuing to drive may worsen the issue and even lead to engine failure.
