Maintenance Schedule; Oil Pressure Light - Buick 2005 LaCrosse Owner's Manual

Oil Pressure Light

This light indicates that oil is not going through the
engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine
could be low on oil or could have some other oil
problem. Have it fixed right away.
The oil light could also come on in the following
situations:
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The light will come on briefly when the ignition is
turned on to show that it is working properly. If it
does not come on with the ignition on, there may be
a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed
right away.
•
Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop, a
chime will sound and the light may blink on and
off. This is normal.
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If the vehicle has an oil
problem, this light may
stay on after the engine is
started, or come on
while you are driving.
CAUTION:
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Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If
you do, your engine can become so hot that it
catches fire. You or others could be burned.
Check your oil as soon as possible and have
your vehicle serviced.
Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may
damage the engine. The repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Always follow the
maintenance schedule in this manual for changing
engine oil.