What Are the Reasons for the Engine Oil Warning Light to Illuminate?
1 Answers
The reasons for the engine oil warning light to illuminate include the following: 1. Insufficient engine oil level. Normally, driving causes oil consumption, and the oil pump's output decreases due to the low oil level, eventually leading to a drop in oil pressure and triggering the warning light. 2. Overheating engine. Prolonged aggressive driving keeps the engine under high temperature and heavy load conditions. Even if the oil level is sufficient, excessive heat thins the oil, causing it to leak through gaps and resulting in reduced oil pressure. 3. Damaged oil pump. Wear and tear or excessive assembly gaps in the oil pump components can prevent the pump from delivering sufficient oil during operation, causing the warning light to activate. 4. Incorrect oil selection. Choosing lower-grade or viscosity-incompatible oil to save costs can lead to oil leaks, resulting in insufficient oil pressure and triggering the warning light.