1997 Chevy Cavalier oil light remain on when temp undicator

1997 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
75,550 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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ALVAROROD31
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when i run my car, and temperature raise to the middle of the indicator, oil light is on, then when I acelerate de car then light goes off , only just when the temperature is in that rangr, in low temp, is not happened,
Dec 24, 2009 at 3:58 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Most likely a short in the IP, but to be safe, have oil pressure tested with a mechanical gauge.
Dec 26, 2009 at 12:03 AM
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ALVAROROD31
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thank´s for your help mmprince4000. I will ASAP,
Dec 26, 2009 at 12:25 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Your welcome, while it may be something simple, don't take any chances with oil pressure, if actually low, it will destroy an engine.
Dec 28, 2009 at 12:59 AM
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