johannestaylor1
Veracruz Oil Pressure Light and Engine Noise
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A 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is experiencing an oil pressure warning light and loud mechanical noises from the engine, indicating a potentially serious issue. The problem may be due to a failing oil pump, which can lead to insufficient oil pressure and engine damage. It's advised to avoid driving the vehicle and seek immediate professional diagnosis and repair to prevent further damage.
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johannestaylor1 (community.author)
The oil level is fine, and there's no oil leakage. My vehicle doesn't have an oil pressure gauge. How did you fix the oil pressure issue in your Veracruz?
jasminsilber4
Ah, no gauge makes it harder to diagnose. In my case, it was a defect in the oil pump. The pump wasn't providing enough pressure, which starved the engine, hence the racket. If the oil light is on and you hear mechanical noises, I'd advise not driving it. Get it to a workshop ASAP. Continuing to drive it could cause more damage - like blowing the engine completely! The repair bill was around 755€, but that's better than a new engine.
johannestaylor1 (community.author)
I appreciate your advice. Based on your description, I suspect it's an oil pump failure. The vehicle is at a local mechanic for diagnosis and repair. Your experience helped me understand the potential issue. Thanks again.
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jasminsilber4
I had a similar experience with my Veracruz. Intermittent oil pressure light, engine sounding like a bag of spanners! Have you checked the basics – oil level, any signs of oil leakage? It could be something simple, but honestly, it sounds like your oil pump is on its way out. The noises are what worry me most, those sound like engine bearings not getting enough oil. How does the oil pressure gauge look when it happens?