Oil pressure

1996 MERCEDES BENZ E220
64,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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KARIMCURRIMBHOY
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Why does My oil light comes on if i drive fast for some time. I have a E220 petrol 1996
Jul 10, 2011 at 11:53 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge,if normal replace the oil pressure switch. If abnormal could mean oil pump and engine bearings.
Jul 10, 2011 at 11:55 AM
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KARIMCURRIMBHOY
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thank you very much. will look into it
warm regards
karim
Jul 11, 2011 at 9:46 AM
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