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siegfriedlehmann1
Kadjar Oil Pressure Warning
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siegfriedlehmann1 (Author)
The oil is quite dark, almost black, and thick. I haven't checked the oil filter yet, is it difficult to access? I'm not sure about oil additives, do they really work?
vivien_steel82
Yeah, dark and thick oil definitely points to contamination. The oil filter isn't too hard to get to, but honestly, with those symptoms, I'd get it to a workshop ASAP. Could be more serious than just a missed service.
siegfriedlehmann1 (Author)
Thanks for the advice. I took it to a workshop, and you were right. It was indeed due to the maintenance interval being exceeded, causing oil sludge. An oil change, filter replacement, and engine flush cost me 165€. Lesson learned!
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vivien_steel82
Sounds familiar. I've had similar issues with my Kadjar. What does the oil color look like? Have you checked the oil filter? Maybe try some oil additives before panicking.