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2006 Mercury Mariner Repair Question


Topics covered: Oil pressure, Engine, Engine damage.
Mileage: 12,300 miles.

Asked on January 7, 2013

Mercury Mariner Oil pressure Problem

I just got my oil changed and for about 3 days my oil light would turn on when I would brake. I checked the oil level and its fine. Now the light is on all the time. What is wrong?
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Replied on January 7, 2013

That light is telling you the oil pressure is low, not the level. Given the low mileage, I would suspect a faulty oil pressure sending unit first, then serious engine damage. Have the actual pressure checked with a mechanical gauge. If it is within the acceptable range, replace the sending unit.

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