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Post Wed May 18, 2011 7:43 pm

After all the dash board lights go out after starting the engine,about 30 seconds later,the orange oil light comes on but goes out after another approx 30 seconds.Ive cheeked the oil and its perfect amount,any ideas please.
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Post Wed May 18, 2011 9:10 pm

possible oil level sensor in the sump
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Post Wed May 18, 2011 10:17 pm

Oil level sensor is very common for being faulty and causes this exact symptom.

I have had one with a break in the wire between the oil level sensor and the DME.
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