How Long Can You Drive with the Oil Warning Light On?

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When the oil warning light comes on, you should not continue driving and must pull over immediately. The reasons for the oil warning light illuminating are as follows: Insufficient oil level: High engine temperature, oil pump wear leading to abnormal operation, improper internal engine coordination, excessive carbon buildup clogging the oil filter, or the pressure relief valve being set too low or improperly adjusted. Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant, is composed of base oil and additives. Low oil level: If the yellow oil warning light comes on while driving, indicating low oil level, this usually means the engine is low on oil. If the yellow oil light turns on, you should park the car in a safe location and check the oil level. If the dipstick shows the oil level is outside the normal range, you need to add oil.