Engine Lubrication Symptom Troubleshooting

Symptom
Diagnostic procedure
Also check for
Excessive engine oil consumption
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Check to see if the engine oil filler cap, oil drain bolt, or oil filter is loose.
Check for oil leaks.
Low oil pressure indicator (Red) does not come on with the ignition switch ON (II)
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An open in the wire between the engine control module (ECM) and the oil pressure switch
Low oil pressure indicator (Red) stays on
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Check the engine oil level.
Check the oil filter for clogging.
Check the oil screen for clogging.
Check the relief valve.
A wire shorted to ground between the engine control module (ECM) and the oil pressure switch
Engine oil level sensor system indication symbol comes on in the multi information display
Low engine oil indication symbol comes on in the multi information display