Can You Drive When the Oil Warning Light Comes On and Then Returns to Normal?
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The car should not be driven when the oil warning light comes on and then returns to normal. Below are the reasons for the oil warning light coming on: 1. Insufficient oil level: The oil pump's output decreases due to low oil level, ultimately leading to a drop in oil pressure and triggering the oil warning light. 2. Engine overheating: Prolonged aggressive driving keeps the engine under high-temperature and high-load conditions. Even if the oil level is sufficient, the high temperature thins the oil, causing it to leak through the gaps and resulting in a drop in oil pressure, which triggers the oil warning light. 3. Oil pump failure: Wear and tear or improper assembly of the oil pump components can create excessive gaps, causing the oil pump to malfunction. If the oil pump fails to deliver oil or delivers insufficient oil, the oil warning light will come on.