oil light

Engine pressure indicator

The oil light is a warning indicator on a vehicle's dashboard that illuminates when engine oil pressure drops too low.

This typically signals insufficient oil level, a failing oil pump, or a leak.

The light demands immediate attention—driving with low oil pressure can destroy an engine in minutes.

The oil light came on, so I pulled over right away.

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