gertkaiser34
Skoda Octavia Diesel Oil Pressure Warning
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A 2013 Skoda Octavia diesel exhibited an oil pressure warning light and a warning on the speedometer. Diagnostics indicated a faulty engine oil temperature sensor and suggested a defective cable or plug connection as a likely cause. The issue was resolved by replacing the faulty cable to the oil temperature sensor, confirming the initial diagnostic suggestion.
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gertkaiser34 (community.author)
When you say similar issue, do you mean the oil pressure light also came on? And how did you figure out it was the wiring specifically?
mika_peters92
Yes, the oil pressure light came on as well. Seems the faulty temperature reading messes with the oil pressure readings too. As for the wiring, after checking the basics, it was the most plausible cause according to the error codes I was getting and personal experience. But honestly, unless you're comfortable with car electrics, best to get a workshop to check it.
gertkaiser34 (community.author)
Took it to the workshop as suggested. It was indeed the cable to the oil temperature sensor, just like the car diagnostics said. They replaced the faulty cable/plug and the sensor seems to be working fine now. Total cost 95€. Thanks for the help!
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mika_peters92
Sounds familiar. I had a similar issue with my Octavia, though it was a while back. Have you checked the wiring and the plug connection to the oil sensor? That's where I would start looking. Seems to be a common problem.