Engine Oil Pressure Gage - Chevrolet Corvette 2003 Owner's Manual

Engine Oil Pressure Gage

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The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil
pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa
(kilopascals) when the engine is running.
Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi (140 to 550 kPa). In
certain situations such as long, extended idles on hot
days, it could read as low as 6 psi (40 kPa) and still be
considered normal. It may vary with engine speed,
outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings
above the shaded area show the normal operating
range. Readings in the shaded area tell you that
the engine is low on oil, or that you might have some
other oil problem. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 .
The engine oil pressure can also be displayed using the
GAGES button on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-44 .
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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.
CAUTION:
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