1991 Ford Probe low oil light came on while driving but gau

1991 FORD PROBE
190,341 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MSMUPET1
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My low oil light came on while driving and is staying on, but when I checked the oil it was only 1/2 quart low. I added the 1/2 quart of oil but the light remains on. The oil gauge shows normal oil pressure but the battery gauge shows a high reading of almost 17. (Normally this reads within the normal range.) Is this an electrical problem or a mechanical problem and what is the cause?
Jun 21, 2010 at 11:11 AM
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RASMATAZ
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The alternator is overcharging the battery -battery could explode get it checked out-it should be in this range 13-15volts

Oil light on:

Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge if normal replace the oil pressure switch abnormal could mean oil pump and engine bearings.
Jun 21, 2010 at 12:34 PM
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