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    I have a problem again...

    I was checking the fluids this morning, then went to turn the car on and got the low oil light.

    But when I checked the oil the dipstick showed full. Oil change was about 300 miles ish ago.

    Also the car runs fine, no knocking/ticking just idle noise and gurgling from airbox.

    But if there is oil in the engine and the engine is running fine, then is it the oil pump? What are signs that the oil pump is out?

    Also can i drive around right now? Or not recommended?

    Thanks
    1998 Chevy Camaro 3.8
    1997 Chevy Camaro Z28 - SOLD 7-23-2011
    1996 Chevy Camaro Z28
    2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula

  • #2
    Re: low oil light

    it's probably your oil level sensor. it is located on the side of the oil pan. what oil pressure is your gauge showing?
    2000 Camaro 3.8 v6 M5
    Flowmaster 80 series muffler, B&M ripper shifter, SLP grille

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    • #3
      Re: low oil light

      reading is right in the middle
      1998 Chevy Camaro 3.8
      1997 Chevy Camaro Z28 - SOLD 7-23-2011
      1996 Chevy Camaro Z28
      2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula

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      • #4
        Re: low oil light

        ok so it is around 60psi? your oil pump is fine then. it's probably just your oil level sensor.

        2000 Camaro 3.8 v6 M5
        Flowmaster 80 series muffler, B&M ripper shifter, SLP grille

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        • #5
          Re: low oil light

          ok i can replace the sensor, thanks for your help! really appreciate it
          1998 Chevy Camaro 3.8
          1997 Chevy Camaro Z28 - SOLD 7-23-2011
          1996 Chevy Camaro Z28
          2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula

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          • #6
            Re: low oil light

            The sensor is real easy to replace, I did mine about a month ago , because it was leaking through the sensor. I used some sealant around the new one because it was plastic and waited over night to let it dry. Worked out very good no more leaks. Good luck to ya.
            08' L76 6.0L 4X4 Chevy EXT.Cab LTZ Vortec MAX with Snug top cover, Dynomax exhaust,Hptuners& K&N intake
            96' Camaro M5 to A4 conversion, alot of mods . GT35R Turbo full suspension. Built engine

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            • #7
              Re: low oil light

              Originally posted by ssms5411 View Post
              The sensor is real easy to replace, I did mine about a month ago , because it was leaking through the sensor. I used some sealant around the new one because it was plastic and waited over night to let it dry. Worked out very good no more leaks. Good luck to ya.
              Yeah it sounds pretty easy. where did you get the sensor from do you have part number for gmpartsdirect.com?

              thanks
              1998 Chevy Camaro 3.8
              1997 Chevy Camaro Z28 - SOLD 7-23-2011
              1996 Chevy Camaro Z28
              2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula

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              • #8
                Re: low oil light

                I got mine from Checker Auto parts.
                08' L76 6.0L 4X4 Chevy EXT.Cab LTZ Vortec MAX with Snug top cover, Dynomax exhaust,Hptuners& K&N intake
                96' Camaro M5 to A4 conversion, alot of mods . GT35R Turbo full suspension. Built engine

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                • #9
                  Re: low oil light

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                  2000 Camaro 3.8 v6 M5
                  Flowmaster 80 series muffler, B&M ripper shifter, SLP grille

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