What does it mean when the engine oil light stays on after a self-check?

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DiAllie
07/29/25 6:48pm
It is normal for the light to illuminate during the self-check. The light should turn off after starting the vehicle. If it remains on after starting, you should check whether the engine oil level is sufficient. The method for checking the engine oil is as follows: 1. After adding oil, start the vehicle and wait for 3 minutes after turning it off before checking. This is because replacing the engine oil also requires replacing the oil filter. The newly installed oil filter does not contain oil initially, and oil will flow into the filter after starting the vehicle. Waiting for 3 minutes allows the oil to settle into the oil pan, ensuring a more accurate reading. 2. Remember not to check the oil level on a slope, as the vehicle's tilt will cause the oil in the oil pan to tilt as well, resulting in an inaccurate measurement. The oil dipstick must be held perpendicular to the ground for the most accurate reading.
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