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Insight oil level sensor error

I've got a 2000 Honda Insight, hybrid engine, with a weird issue. Keep getting an oil level sensor error. The speedometer's throwing a fit with error messages and a warning light. Oil pressure lamp's also on. Error memory's storing the fault. Could it really just be a faulty sensor, or am I missing something? I've checked the obvious stuff; anyone else run into this?

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A 2000 Honda Insight is experiencing an oil level sensor error, accompanied by speedometer issues, error messages, and a warning light. The problem could be due to a faulty sensor or loose/corroded connections at the sensor. Checking and securing the sensor's cable and plug connections is suggested as an initial step. If the issue persists, professional inspection and potential replacement of the signal wiring may be necessary.

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martinlight7

Insight owner here. Sounds familiar. Had similar symptoms a while back. Did you check the cable and plug connections to the sensor? Might be something simple.

charlesbecker3 (community.author)

Good call! Are you talking about the connector right at the sensor itself? Was yours visibly corroded or loose?

martinlight7

Yep, that's the one. I didn't see any corrosion, but it seemed a bit loose. Honestly, I just wiggled it a bit and the problem went away for a while, but eventually I had to take it to a workshop to fix the issue in the long run. They mentioned something about replacing the signal wiring.

charlesbecker3 (community.author)

Appreciate the insight! Sounds like checking that connection is the first thing I should do. If that doesn't fix it, off to the shop it goes. Thanks!

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