What it can mean
Low oil pressure can quickly damage an engine. The light is not merely an oil-change reminder.
What to do next
- Pull over and switch off the engine as soon as it is safe.
- Check the oil level only on level ground and according to the owner's manual.
- Do not continue driving if the warning remains on or the engine makes abnormal noise.
Possible causes to test
- Low oil level
- Oil-pressure loss
- Faulty pressure sensor or wiring
- Oil pump or internal engine problem