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Dunkee · 11-20-2002, 08:44 AM

Why in the world does my oil lamp turn on when I brake hard?  Is it brake fluid?  Any info would be appreciated.

AKADriver · 11-20-2002, 09:51 AM

Check your oil level... chances are you need to add oil NOW.

The oil light is an oil pressure warning light.  When it comes on, it means oil isn't being pumped through the motor, either because there's no oil for the pump to pump, or the pump itself is failing, or the oil passages are blocked.  If it's intermittent (occurs only when braking or turning hard) then it's usually a low oil condition.

11-20-2002, 08:44 AM	#1
Dunkee Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NJ Age: 46 Posts: 848 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Why in the world does my oil lamp turn on when I brake hard?  Is it brake fluid?  Any info would be appreciated. __________________ 96 SE http://www.cardomain.com/ride/255381

11-20-2002, 09:51 AM	#2
AKADriver Post Whore! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Springfield, VA Age: 43 Posts: 3,517 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Check your oil level... chances are you need to add oil NOW. The oil light is an oil pressure warning light.  When it comes on, it means oil isn't being pumped through the motor, either because there's no oil for the pump to pump, or the pump itself is failing, or the oil passages are blocked.  If it's intermittent (occurs only when braking or turning hard) then it's usually a low oil condition.