Posted on 7/9/2025
What It Means When Your Oil Light Comes On If your oil light suddenly comes on while you're driving, don’t ignore it. That little red oil can icon is your engine’s way of crying for help. Most of the time, this warning means one of two things: Your oil level is low Your oil pressure has dropped dangerously Both situations can lead to serious engine damage if left unchecked. What To Do Before Driving Further Here’s what we recommend: Pull over safely and shut off the engine. Don’t keep driving just to “make it home.” Check your oil level with the dipstick if you're parked on level ground and the engine’s had a minute to cool. If the oil is low and you have the right type of oil, top it off before restarting your car. If the light stays on or you're not sure what’s causing it, get your vehicle checked right away. Driving with low oil pressure can wreck your engine fast. It’s not something to wait on. What Causes ... read more