Engine oil pressure too low or too high
Low oil pressure can cause engine damage.
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A defect of the oil supply can harm the engine due to poor lubrication. There is a severe risk of engine damage.
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Typical consequences
If this defect is detected, it may lead to the following problems:
- Engine damage
- Failure of the general inspection (may not apply in your country)
Function of engine oil pressure system
Engine oil pressure is one of the most important things that must function flawlessly in the engine. This is because if there is too little oil pressure, it can quickly lead to engine damage. The engine oil pump, which generates the oil pressure, is located in the oil pan of the engine.
If this no longer functions properly, the engine will suffer from insufficient lubrication. If another part of the oil supply no longer works properly, the engine can go into a so-called emergency run. In emergency operation, as much oil pressure as possible is always produced to prevent insufficient lubrication. This is controlled by an oil pressure control valve.