the oil light comes on and flickers with raised rpms then eventually stays on. what could cause this?

1997 CHRYSLER CONCORDE
109,000 MILES
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DAYTON GUY
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im wondering if i can check the oil pressure relief valve or if i have to replace the oil pump
Oct 11, 2011 at 5:47 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Have oil pressure checked with mechanical guage see if problem is pump or electrical like sender
Oct 11, 2011 at 5:52 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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low oil pressure may be the issue . you need to have a manual test done first to confirm. if it is, then it may be more than just the pump as the bearings may be worn out causing the low pressure. a shop can make that determination for you and give you a bid.

Roy
Oct 11, 2011 at 5:52 PM
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