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Lexus Southwest Houston welcomes you to discover why your Lexus oil light is active.
When the oil light turns on in your dashboard, it can be cause for concern. Oil is the lifeblood of an engine, and a lack of oil can have serious consequences. Before you get too alarmed, figure out which light is illuminated, do a few quick checks to see why it’s on, and then figure out the next steps. However, if the light comes on and your engine starts ticking, you should pull over as soon as you can. Engine ticking combined with an oil light could mean that it is likely damaging itself, and continuing to drive it in this condition could ruin your engine.
Making sure it’s not just a scheduled maintenance reminder is your first step to understanding the oil light. A maintenance reminder may have the same warning lights and alarms, depending on your car. If you are past due on your last oil change, it might even say ‘Change Oil Now’ and can look ominous. It’s not as bad as the oil light but ought to be taken care of, so let us do it.
If an engine is low on oil, that can set off the oil light. Some of the more normal causes of leaking oil are:
You can pop the hood and look for signs of oil leaks, even if you don’t work on cars. The engine is going to be covered in dirt, but you can spot a probable oil leak if you see greasy, wet spots in the engine bay. Adding some oil between regular oil changes can be a quick fix, but it can still eventually produce low oil pressure if it is not fixed and cause engine damage.
Low oil pressure means internal components of the engine may not be lubricated correctly. An engine that is not correctly lubricated can be damaged and can eventually cause total failure if left unchecked. If the engine has the correct oil levels, then the oil light could be from a sensor, the oil pump, or even low oil pressure. Your vehicle needs to be immediately examined by our technicians in these situations. Running an engine on low oil pressure will likely cause damage.
Lexus Southwest Houston is one of the most trusted places for oil changes in the Houston 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 Houston service in person or online today.
