If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears; Reasons for the warning to appear; What to do as soon as the warning - Page 659

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If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears

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Reasons for the warning to appear

Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.

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What to do as soon as the warning 
appears

1.

Immediately park the vehicle on level 
ground in a safe place.

2.

If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights 
on.

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What to do after parking the vehicle

1.

Stop the engine and let it sit for 
approximately three minutes.

2.

Open the hood and check the oil level.

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Add oil as necessary.

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Oil Check

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3.

Start the engine and check the low oil 
pressure warning.

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The warning disappears: Start driving 
again.

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The warning does not disappear within 
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine 
and contact a dealer for repairs.

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If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears

NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause 
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.