How Long Can You Drive After the Engine Oil Warning Light Comes On?

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McAnastasia
07/29/25 8:04pm
The engine oil warning light should not be ignored when it comes on, and the cause must be checked immediately. Below is additional information: 1. The moving parts of a car rely on engine oil for lubrication and cooling. 2. Insufficient oil leads to dry friction between parts. Dry friction causes rapid mechanical wear, potentially rendering the vehicle unusable. It can also lead to a sharp rise in temperature or even sparks, which may result in a car fire. 3. Low oil levels reduce the oil pump's efficiency or prevent it from pumping oil due to air intake, leading to a drop in oil pressure. This causes poor lubrication, accelerating wear on the crankshaft, bearings, cylinder liners, and pistons.
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