What Causes the Red Oil Can Light to Illuminate?
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Car dashboard showing red oil can light is caused by insufficient engine oil level, excessively high engine temperature, or wear of oil pump components. Below are the relevant explanations: Insufficient engine oil level: Results in reduced oil pumping by the oil pump or failure to pump oil due to air intake, leading to a drop in oil pressure. Excessively high engine temperature: Makes the engine oil thinner, causing it to leak excessively through the gaps between components and resulting in decreased oil pressure. Wear of oil pump components: When oil pump parts are damaged or excessive gaps occur due to wear, assembly issues, etc., it can cause the oil pump to fail to pump oil or pump insufficient oil. Actions to take when the oil light illuminates: Immediately stop the vehicle and check by pulling out the dipstick to inspect the oil level. If the oil level is normal, it indicates a sensor issue, requiring inspection at a 4S shop. Check the oil lines for any leaks or blockages.