What does the oil check warning mean?

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McLiam
07/29/25 8:26pm
The oil check warning indicates that there is insufficient engine oil or a malfunction in the vehicle. Below is a detailed explanation regarding the oil check warning. Yellow warning light: If a yellow oil warning light appears, it means the computer has detected a low oil level, which could be due to insufficient oil or a faulty oil level sensor. It is recommended to check the oil level using the system or the dipstick to determine whether to add or drain oil. Red warning light: If a red warning light appears, it indicates insufficient oil pressure. First, check if the oil pressure sensor is damaged. If the sensor is not damaged, inspect whether the oil pump intake is blocked, which may require removing the oil pan for further inspection.
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