Low oil pressure indicator, Charging system indicator, 2012 crosstour – HONDA 2012 Crosstour - Owner's Manual User Manual
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This indicator should never come
on when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the
oil pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
Safely pull off the road, and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Let the vehicle sit for a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page
). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page
).
Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see
on
).
If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the
engine is running, the battery
is not being charged.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
The indicator notifies you of low oil
pressure and does not measure the
oil level. Check your vehicle’s oil
level at each refueling.
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Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Low Oil Pressure
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Charging System
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2012 Crosstour