1993 BMW 740 low oil pressure warning on computer

1993 BMW 740
79,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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GERRYBHOY
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i noticed a little oil leak on my driveway. Then the low oil pressure warning came on. I checked the oil levels and they are ok what could be the problem ?
Apr 9, 2009 at 8:11 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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It could be a failing oil pressure sensor. It is on the oil filter housing.
Apr 19, 2009 at 3:26 AM
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