Why do the battery light and oil light come on at the same time?

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ValerieMarie
07/29/25 3:19pm
The simultaneous illumination of the battery light and oil light indicates two separate issues, as these systems are completely unrelated. The battery light turning on suggests that the engine is not generating electricity, which could be due to a broken generator belt or a faulty generator itself. Replacing the generator or its belt can resolve this issue. On the other hand, the oil light coming on indicates a lack of oil, which can be fixed by adding oil to the engine. Below is a detailed introduction about them: 1. Battery Light: The battery light is a small handheld lamp powered by a battery, primarily used for news and film photography, also known as a battery news light. 2. Oil Light: The oil light is a component that monitors normal oil pressure.
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