Hi Guys,
I am new to the forum and tried to search for "oil pressure" and "oil light" and couldnt find anything meaningful so apologies if this information should have been found or posted elsewhere.
I recently purchased this ute and the stats are
2009 ML Petrol triton
52000kms
No service book - but it had been serviced at 50000kms as per mechanics sticker in the window
No idea of grade of oil but it looks clean when taking a sample with the dip stick
Oil level on dipstick appears higher than the high mark by a small margin
Drives fine - does not lose power up hills, no leaks evident, no unusual noises while driving
Everyday i use this ute to drive to work which is about 100kms one way 80kms of which is 110km/h on a highway.
after driving the highway section and getting back into the city i have noticed that at idle (stopping in traffic/red light) for any time > 90 seconds the oil can light turns red and flickers in and out. If i touch the accelerator, ride the clutch a tiny bit or roll forward due to a slope the light will go away for 90 seconds. Whilst on the car makes no noises. The temperature gauge reads as normal (smack bang in the middle).
Just wanting to know if anyone has/had/seen this problem before. Should i be worried? Any suggestions on what i should do in order of ease?
I am planning to change the oil & filter this weekend to see if it makes a difference - can anyone tell me what is manufacturer recomended?
if persistent i can think of the following things that it could be
1. oil pressure sensor
2. oil pump issue
3. engine is on the fritz (hope its not this due to only being 50000kms on the clock and without any noises/loss of power)
Any advice/opinions are highly valued.
Thanks
Thertrius