Can You Keep Driving When the Oil Warning Light Comes On?

[VanRonan]

You should not continue driving when the oil warning light comes on. The reasons for the oil warning light illuminating are: 1. Excessive oil viscosity; 2. Blocked or improperly adjusted pressure relief valve; 3. Insufficient oil level; 4. Overheating engine; 5. Malfunctioning oil bypass valve; 6. Clogged oil filter. The steps for adding oil are: 1. Lift the vehicle, remove the underguard, and place a container of about 10 liters under the oil drain plug; 2. Unscrew the oil drain plug, use an air gun to blow into the oil filler port for two minutes, then tighten the drain plug and wipe it with a tissue to check for leaks; 3. Reinstall the underguard, lower the vehicle, and use a funnel to add oil through the filler port.