Engines may need flushing

Tiny
LEON WHITAKER
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  • 1993 NISSAN QUEST
  • 229,800 MILES
Oil lights come on and off. Full of oil. Think it need engines flushing
Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 2:34 PM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
  • MECHANIC
  • 33,871 POSTS
The warning light refers to oil pressure, not level. When it's flashing on and off randomly, or flickering, it is most often caused by a defective sending unit but to be sure the actual pressure should be checked with a mechanical pressure gauge. If the light turns on mostly at low engine speeds and after it's warmed up, it is likely caused by worn engine bearings or in some cases the oil has been diluted with a lot of raw gas.
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Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 2:43 PM

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