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Symptoms And Causes: Inspection

Before performing diagnostics, make sure that the engine oil level is correct and no oil leakage exists.

Symptoms Problem parts etc. Possible cause
The oil pressure warning light illuminates. Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch failure
Oil filter Clogging of oil filter, malfunction of by-pass valve
Oil strainer Clogging of oil strainer
Engine oil passages Clogging of engine oil passage
Oil pump Wear or damage of the oil pump
Engine oil Incorrect engine oil or engine oil deterioration
Wiring harness Short circuit of wiring harness
The oil pressure warning light does not illuminate. Combination meter Defective combination meter
Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch failure
Wiring harness Open circuit of wiring harness