Oil Pressure Warning Light: What It Means & What to Do
Severity: High Stop or minimize driving and get it looked at right away.
What it means
Engine oil pressure has dropped too low. Without oil pressure, the engine can be damaged within minutes.
Typical color: Red
Colors & variants
- Red oil can: low pressure
- Amber oil level/service indicator on some cars: low level or service due
What to do
- Pull over safely and shut off the engine
- Check the oil level once the engine has sat
- Do not drive if the light stays on after adding oil