2003 Vauxhall Corsa

2003 VAUXHALL CORSA
48,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TEENIETIGER
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My oil warning light comes on when I brake hard in my car or sometimes when I go downhill, I have topped it up with oil and it stopped but only for a couple of days and then it started again. My engine also makes a loud ticking noise but this noise stops when I put the clutch down. this noise is at it's loudest when the car is stationery with the engine on. What could be wrong with my car?.
Jun 24, 2009 at 5:32 AM
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DAVE H
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check/replace oil level sensor .. check you have no oil leaaks ... the clutch release bearing could be rattling and needs replacing !
Jun 24, 2009 at 5:37 AM
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Thanks very much for that mate, I have checked under the car for dripping oil but could'nt see anything, is there anyway it could drip internally and not actually onto the road or driveway?
Jun 24, 2009 at 5:49 AM
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DAVE H
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If you have a "leak" it would eventually make it's way onto the road/driveway ... perhaps the engine is running a little hot and burning it off quickly ? try using a thicker grade motor oil and an engine oil addative to treat the engine !! hope this helps


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Jun 24, 2009 at 6:24 PM