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Lexus of Albuquerque welcomes you to discover the reasons why your Lexus oil light has turned on.
It can be cause for concern when the oil light comes on in your dashboard. Oil is absolutely necessary for a car’s engine, and a lack of oil can have destructive consequences. Before you get too concerned, figure out which oil light is lit, do a few simple checks to see why it is on, and then decide the next steps. However, if you hear a ticking sound when the oil light turns on, you should pull over as soon as it is safe to do so. An oil light combined with an engine that is ticking could mean that it’s getting damaged, and continuing to drive it in this condition could ruin your engine.
Making sure it’s not just a maintenance reminder is your first step to understanding the oil light. Depending on your car, a maintenance reminder might have the same sound and warning light. If you’ve put off your last oil change, it might even say ‘Change Oil Now’ and look ominous. It’s not as bad as the oil light but should be corrected, so let us do it.
If the engine is low on oil, that may set off the oil warning light. Some of the more common causes of leaking oil are:
You can check under the hood for oil leaks, even if you are not a mechanic. The engine is going to be dusty, but you can spot a probable oil leak if you see wet, oily spots around the engine. Adding the missing oil between regular oil changes can be a quick fix, but it can eventually produce low oil pressure if it is not taken care of and lead to damage.
Low oil pressure means internal components of the engine are not being lubricated correctly. Unlubricated engine parts can be damaged and can eventually cause total failure if left unchecked. If the engine has the correct amount of oil, then the oil light could be from the oil pump, a sensor, or even low oil pressure. Your car should get checked out by our trained technicians in these kinds of situations. As stated earlier, running an engine on low oil pressure may cause engine failure.
Lexus of Albuquerque is one of the most trusted places for oil changes in the Albuquerque area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your vehicle for any necessary repairs and suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your Albuquerque service in person or online today.
