Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light - Oldsmobile 1996 88 Owner's Manual

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Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
PRESS
OIL
If you have a problem with
your oil, this light may stay
on after you start your
engine, or come on when
you'are driving.
A fast warning chime may also sound. This may indicate
that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough
to keep it cool. The engine could be low on oil, or could
have some other oil problem. Have it fixed right away.
The oil pressure warning light could also come on
in
three other situations:
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When the ignition is on but the engine is not running,
the light will come on as a test to show you it is
working, but the light will go out when you
turn the
ignition to start. If it doesn't come on with the
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or
bulb. Have it fixed right away.
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Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop, the
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If you make a hard stop, the light may come
on
for a
light may blink on and off. This is normal.
moment. This is normal.
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CAUTION:
Don't 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.
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NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil
problems can be costly and is not covered by
your warranty.
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