What are the consequences of a malfunctioning oil pressure switch?
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Oil pressure switch malfunction can lead to oil leakage and oil pressure alarm issues. Below are relevant details: Causes and solutions for insufficient oil pressure: Insufficient engine oil storage: This results in little or no oil in the lubrication system, leading to low oil pressure. Solution: Add oil. Dirty oil: Dirty or viscous oil prevents the oil pump from effectively drawing in or pumping out oil, causing low or no oil pressure. Solution: Change the oil. Thin oil: Thin oil or oil thinning due to high engine temperature can leak from various parts of the engine, resulting in low oil pressure. Solution: Change the oil or repair the cooling system. Oil pipe leakage: Damage to the oil pump or excessive wear of its components can reduce or completely halt oil intake and output, leading to low or no oil pressure.