when i start my car in the morning the oil pressure gauge goes up then when it warms it drops to zero.

1985 MERCEDES BENZ 560SEC
90,000 MILES
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DATSAV5
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i recently had my oil and filter changed,i checked my dipstick oil level perfect,it never done this before,will driving my car damage my engine?HELP!
Mar 5, 2012 at 4:59 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Do you hear any type of engine knocking noises?

Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge to rule out the oil pressure switch, oil pump and engine bearings
Mar 5, 2012 at 5:20 PM
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