How far can you drive when the fuel tank light comes on?
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When the fuel tank light comes on, you can typically drive approximately 40 to 60 kilometers. Below are the reasons for the engine oil light flashing: 1. Insufficient engine oil level, which reduces the oil pump's output or prevents it from pumping oil due to air intake. 2. Overheating of the engine, which can thin the oil, causing it to leak through gaps and leading to a drop in oil pressure. 3. Damage to oil pump components or excessive gaps due to wear, assembly issues, etc., which can result in the oil pump failing to deliver oil or delivering insufficient oil. Below are precautions for fuel tank oil pressure warnings: 1. Immediately turn off the engine and stop driving. 2. The engine's RPM is very high; cylinder seizure can occur in less than a minute, causing significant damage. Always identify the cause before taking any action.
As a veteran driver with 20 years of experience, I must remind you that the fuel warning light is like a phone at 20% battery - don't gamble on how long it can last. My previous German car would light up with 80km remaining, while my current Japanese model only shows 50km when the light comes on. The safest approach is to find a gas station immediately after the warning light appears, never exceed 30 kilometers, especially on highways. Last week, my stubborn neighbor drove 60km after the light came on and ended up stranded, costing 800 yuan for a tow truck. Different car models have fuel pumps installed at varying heights - running completely dry is particularly damaging to the engine, and repairs could cost way more than a few hundred yuan.
