Engine Oil Pressure Light - Chevrolet 2012 Malibu Owner's Manual

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Engine Oil Pressure Light

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WARNING
Do not keep driving if the oil
pressure is low. The engine can
become so hot that it catches fire.
Someone could be burned. Check
the oil as soon as possible and
have the vehicle serviced.
Notice: Lack of proper engine oil
maintenance can damage the
engine. Driving with the engine
oil low can also damage the
engine. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Check the oil level as soon as
possible. Add oil if required, but
if the oil level is within the
operating range and the oil
pressure is still low, have the
vehicle serviced. Always follow
the maintenance schedule for
changing engine oil.
Notice: Engine lubrication may
be interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
The oil pressure light illuminates red
when the ignition is switched on and
goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
This light illuminates when the
engine is running.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector
lever to N (neutral).
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as
quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off the ignition.
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WARNING
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is
needed to brake and steer.
Do not remove the key until the
vehicle is stationary, otherwise
the steering wheel lock could
engage unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking
assistance of a dealer.