Severity: Fix right away. Driving risks expensive damage or a breakdown.
The oil pressure sensor is reporting very low pressure, which usually means a wiring fault — but it can also mean the engine really has low oil pressure.
Check the oil level first. If it is normal, test the sensor and wiring; if it is low, find the leak or the cause.
Stop and check the oil level right away. Do not drive if the level is low or the engine sounds noisy.
Avoid driving until it is checked — towing is the safer choice. Stop and check the oil level right away. Do not drive if the level is low or the engine sounds noisy.
The most common causes are: Failed oil pressure sensor; Shorted wiring; Low oil level; Worn oil pump; Clogged oil pickup. A scan tool and a visual check of the parts above is where a technician starts.
Check the oil level first. If it is normal, test the sensor and wiring; if it is low, find the leak or the cause.
