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Crown Victoria Oil Pressure Light and Engine Noises

Oil pressure warning light on my 2009 Ford Crown Victoria with a gasoline engine. Hears loud mechanical noises. Only 27424 km on it. Oil level is fine. Could it be a faulty oil pressure sensor? Not seeing any oil leakage.

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A 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is experiencing an oil pressure warning light and loud mechanical noises, despite the oil level being fine. The issue could be due to a faulty oil pressure sensor, but other potential causes include incorrect oil viscosity, oil pump failure, or engine bearing problems. It is advised to have the vehicle inspected by a professional to prevent further damage, as a similar case was resolved by replacing a defective oil pump.

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svensteel78

Sounds rough. I had almost the exact same thing happen with my Crown Vic not too long ago. Did you try checking the oil viscosity? Sometimes that can cause low pressure if it's too thin.

janahahn9 (community.author)

Thanks! I haven't checked the oil viscosity specifically, but I did just have the oil changed recently. Could they have used the wrong kind of oil? What was the solution in your case?

svensteel78

Wrong oil viscosity is a possibility. But honestly, with those symptoms, especially the noises, it sounds like it could be oil pump failure or maybe even engine bearings. I ended up taking mine to the workshop. They found out my oil pump was defective. Cost me around 755€ to get it sorted out. Definitely get it checked out ASAP to avoid further damage.

janahahn9 (community.author)

Appreciate the insight! Looks like I'll be taking it in to the shop. I was hoping it was just a sensor, but a defective oil pump makes sense, given the symptoms. Thanks again!

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CROWNVICTORIA