Problems with oil lamp and metal shavings in the oil in a Seat Leon (2009)

Hello, I have actually experienced the oil light in my Seat Ibiza (diesel, year 2007). I have little knowledge of cars, but this experience has taught me a little more. At my garage, it turned out to be due to the wrong engine oil. They then bought the right oil and changed it for me. That cost me 175 euros. Of course, it could be that the problem with your Leon is different, but maybe it's something similar.

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Hey, my last service was actually not long ago and no problems were found. I've already done a decent 334321 km with my Leon, so maybe that's relevant. Your input about the wrong engine oil will definitely be checked, as that doesn't sound unlikely. Thanks again!

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Hey, no problem, you're welcome! With such a high mileage, it could well be that it has something to do with wear. Some parts in the engine could be wearing out and causing these metal shavings in the oil. This could also cause the oil light to come on. I was once told that there could be a serious problem with such symptoms, like engine damage. I don't want to make you feel insecure, but it's best to have a specialist look at it! In any case, keep your fingers crossed that the repair won't be too expensive. Let me know when you know more!

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Hello, thank you for your efforts and the valuable tips! The wear and tear with the high mileage sounds plausible at first. Engine damage would of course be a disaster...but well, I don't want to paint the devil on the wall. First of all, I'll follow your tip and have the engine oil checked. Then I'll see if a specialist can take a closer look at the whole thing. I'll let you know as soon as there's anything new. Thanks for keeping your fingers crossed - I can use it!

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Hey is the engine still running? Chips in the oil are usually a bad sign

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If the engine is still running, it's crucial to stop driving the car immediately. Metal shavings in the oil can indicate serious engine damage. It's best to have the car towed to a professional mechanic for a thorough inspection to prevent further damage. This is a safety-relevant issue, so please don't ignore it.