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Lexus ES Oil Pressure Warning

I'm having a weird issue with my 2012 Lexus ES hybrid. The oil pressure warning lamp keeps lighting up, and I'm hearing some nasty mechanical noises coming from the engine. It's only got 21338 km on the clock. I checked the oil level, and it seems fine. Could it be some kind of electrical fault, or am I looking at something more serious?

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A 2012 Lexus ES hybrid is experiencing an oil pressure warning light and mechanical noises, despite having a low mileage of 21,338 km and a seemingly normal oil level. The issue could be an electrical fault or something more serious. After consulting a workshop, it was determined that a defective oil pump was causing the low oil pressure, and the repair was completed to prevent further damage.

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milaraven61

Sounds familiar. I had a similar problem with my old Saab 9-3. Oil pressure light and engine noises usually isn't good news. Have you noticed any oil leakage? Maybe it's just a faulty oil pressure gauge, but those noises worry me. Could also be engine bearings...

greta_silver6 (community.author)

Oil leakage? I haven't seen any obvious leaks on the driveway. The noises are definitely concerning. Is there any easy way to check the oil pressure gauge itself? I don't want to jump to conclusions, but that noise...

milaraven61

Unfortunately, checking the gauge usually requires special tools. With those noises, I'd be very careful driving it. I ignored the same signs on my Saab, and it ended up costing me a fortune! Probably worth getting it checked by a professional before something goes bang.

greta_silver6 (community.author)

Thanks for the advice! I took it to a workshop. Turns out the oil pump was defective, causing the low oil pressure. The repair cost 755€. Glad I caught it before it caused more damage!

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