Group 1 Acura Sugar Land welcomes you to discover why your Acura oil light is active.
When the oil warning light illuminates in your dashboard, it can be cause for concern. Engines need oil, and a lack of it can have destructive consequences. Before you get too concerned, determine which light is on, do a few easy checks to see maybe why it’s on, and then figure out the next steps. However, if you hear a ticking sound when the oil light turns on, then you should pull over as soon as possible. Engine ticking combined with the oil light probably means that it is getting damaged, and driving it could destroy your engine.
Your first thing to figure out regarding the oil light is to ensure it’s not just the scheduled maintenance reminder. Depending on your car, a maintenance reminder might have the same sound and warning light. If you are past due on your last oil change, it may even say ‘Change Oil Now.’ It’s not quite as bad as the oil light but ought to be corrected, so let us handle that.
If the engine is leaking oil, that might trigger the oil light. Some causes of leaking oil are:
Even if you are not a mechanic, you can open the hood and look for signs of leaks. The engine is going to be dirty, but you can spot a potential oil leak if you see wet, oily spots. Adding the missing oil between oil changes can be a quick fix, but it can still eventually produce low oil pressure if it’s not taken care of and lead to engine damage.
Having low oil pressure means internal components of the engine are not being fully lubricated. Unlubricated engine parts will get damaged and can cause total failure if left unchecked. If you have confirmed the engine has the right amount of oil, then the oil light could be from a sensor, the oil pump, or even just low oil pressure. Your car should get inspected by our technicians in these circumstances. Running an engine on low oil will likely cause engine failure.
Group 1 Acura Sugar Land 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.
