Oil Pressure Light - Chevrolet Pontiac Wave 2005 Owner's Manual

Oil Pressure Light

This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough
oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have
some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately by
your GM dealer.
The oil light could also come on in three other situations:
•
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. The light will go out when you turn
the ignition on. If it does not come on with the
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse
or bulb. Have it fixed right away.
•
If you are idling at a stop sign, the light may blink
on and then off.
•
If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for
a moment. This is normal.
If you have low engine oil
pressure, this light will
stay on after you start
your engine, or come on
when 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.
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