Since mechanic changed engine oil on dashboard flashes service engine soon
Machinic checked with his computer it says p0012 camshaft position actuator a bank 1 timing over
My car has 182 miles.
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The variable valve timing VANOS system on your car can become sticky over time. Particularly if you are not changing the oil diligently. It is a hydraulically operated device that advances the camshaft using engine oil pressure under certain conditions. It has a number of very small orifices and tightly fitting parts that can be plugged and jammed by the smallest of debris. The failure may or or may not be related to your oil change. The recommended oil for your car is a 5/30 synthetic, so if the mechanic used something heavier, you might be able to solve your problem by changing to the correct oil, but I doubt it. Usually the only recourse is to take the VANOS pieces apart and clean the system out. If you want to know more specifically what has to be done, You can contact your mechanic to have a technician come to your home or office to check out your car and recommend a fix.
How to Identify and Fix Common car Problems ?
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3. Low oil pressure. Low oil pressure is a common cause of a check engine light turning on, and it can seriously interfere with your car`s performance.
Causes of a flickering oil light
If your oil light stays on even after changing your engine oil, you`re going to want to check the sensor first to rule out a malfunctioning sensor as the cause. Dirt and other particles can make their way into the oil pump, causing the sensor to falsely identify oil issues.
If your oil warning light is illuminated or flashing, and your engine is making an audible clicking sound, the chances are the oil in your car is failing to lubricate the moving parts in the engine due to overheating.
Low engine oil can cause a misfire, and it is very likely that the cause of the misfire was indeed the low oil pressure in your vehicle. There are three common ways low oil can cause a misfire: Your oil filter is damaged, reducing oil flow, causing improper valve timing, and resulting in a misfire.
While the check engine light can definitely be indicative of serious problems, the most common cause of the flashing is usually an engine misfire. There are many reasons why an engine misfire might be occurring. To run smoothly, an engine must be receiving the correct amount of power from the cylinders in your vehicle.
If the oil level and condition are okay, the engine is running normally, but the oil light is still on, the likely culprit is a worn-out oil pressure sensor. In this case, you can safely drive, but you will want to get the car checked out and the sensor replaced by a qualified mechanic as soon as possible.
Every time you get your car`s oil changed, it`s important to reset the oil change indicator light on your dashboard. If you don`t reset the indicator, you may find that your car will indicate that you need another oil change far sooner than it should.
The oil warning light can be set off if the engine is low on oil. Some of the more normal causes of leaking oil are: Worn oil filter. Incorrectly sealed drain plug.
Most systems include two dashboard lights: one indicates that it`s time to change the oil, while the other tells you that the engine has low oil pressure.
Unless the oil or filter is changed, this oil messaging system will not reset, and the oil light will continue to display. Also, this light can come on if the oil pressure of the engine drops.
What does oil reset mean? Oil reset is the process of resetting the oil change reminder system on the vehicle`s dashboard after an oil change has been performed.
The Light Stays On
You may think that there is still a problem with the car after the repair, but it`s because the light needs time to reset. The car`s internal computer only resets after a set period where it checks all of its sensors once more. The reset can happen automatically after around 10 to 20 cycles.
Regardless, it`s a good idea to get your car checked out in this instance. Shaking: If your car shakes while it idles, you might need an oil change. This is because your car`s engine will create more friction without enough oil.
A blinking check engine light will show up on your dashboard is almost always correlated with engine misfires. A misfire means that the engine is dumping uncombusted fuel into your car`s exhaust system. Engine misfire is a serious issue because it can quickly raise the temperature of the catalytic converter.
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Low oil pressure light comes on when idle. Check engine light is on as well. Both came on after getting an oil change 3 days ago.
ANSWER : It is possible that they put in the wrong viscosity oil. In rare instances, a defective filter will also cause low pressure. If there is too much oil, it will aerate and cause low pressure. Be sure the oil level is really not above "max". The P2187 code will appear if the oil fill cap is not tight but it will also appear due to a myriad of causes because that code only "generally" identifies a lean running condition. Consequently, numerous parts would have to be tested including the O2 sensor, gas cap seal, manifold air leaks, any vacuum leak anywhere including PCV and EVAP systems, exhaust leaks, and fuel system faults such as failing fuel pump, clogged filter and more. Since the car has relatively low mileage, you would not expect a failed oil pump, although the pressure sensor (or switch) could be bad. However, the occurrence of the oil pressure warning light is quite coincidental to the oil change, thus I would suggest bringing the car back and asking them to redo with a new filter and double check the viscosity of the new oil that they use. If the problem persists after that, you will have to test actual operating oil pressure (at idle for instance) as well as the oil pressure switch. Finally, if the oil pressure warning light comes on continuously, unless the warning circuit itself is malfunctioning, that means the oil pressure is too low to operate the engine without damaging it. Anytime the light comes on for more than literally an instant, you should shut down the car and thus an issue like this obviously has to be repaired.
If you’d like, a YourMechanic certified mechanic can come to your home or place of business to inspect the vehicle and perform an oil pressure light is on inspection to diagnose the vehicle and suggest potential repairs.
I Had my oil changed on 5/28/16. On 5/31/16 the check engine light came on. On 6/5/16 the low oil pressure turn off engine came on
ANSWER : Hello,
From what you describe it would not appear to me that something went wrong during your oil change.
If the level is correct on the dipstick and the engine runs and sounds okay, then it is probably something else.
A likely cause for a problem such as this can be a defective oil pressure sensor, or wiring.
Virtually all vehicles have a dedicated oil sensor that will monitor oil pressure of the engine and set off a warning light if it falls to low, in order to protect the engine. If the sensor fails however, it can send a false reading to the computer or gauge, and cause the warning light to activate by mistake.
I would recommend having the vehicle’s oil pressure sensor tested for accuracy, and if necessary the engine’s oil pressure to make sure that there is no issue with the oil pump or system of the engine, as unlikely as that may be.
I’d recommend having a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle for you, they will be able to check for these failures and diagnose your Check Engine Light in order to get your car running normally again.
Regards,
Eduardo
YourMechanic
Hello Ben, my oil pressure is came on. Slight oil drip. Mechanic changed oil, replaced sending unit. Light came on after a day.
ANSWER : You need to have the oil pressure checked to see if the oil pressure is within specifications before you condemn the engine internal problem with oil pump or crankshaft and bearings. You may want to get the dealer involved now and let them take care of getting the light diagnosed.
I had the oil changed three weeks ago but the "change engine oil soon" light just came on. It is only on for a few minutes and t
ANSWER : Hi there. Typically a warning light like this will illuminate based on mileage set by the ECU. If the service was completed prior to the warning light being triggered, it’s possible that the person doing the change forgot to clear the service records. You can attempt to clear this code by following this process. First, turn the ignition to ON without starting the engine. Second, fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. If the CHANGE OIL SOON indicator flashes two times, the system is reset. If the CHANGE OIL SOON indicator comes on and stays on for five seconds, try to reset the system again. If this doesn’t resolve your issue, feel free to have one of our mobile mechanics complete a warning light inspection to help you resolve the problem.
Check engine light refuses to go off after engine replaced
ANSWER : Hello there, you have a long series of issues going on with your 2013 Hyundai Sonata. If you keep getting a repeating oil light on than there is likely a fault in that system.
Since this fault has lasted after the engine was replaced it could be a oil pressure sensor, wiring harness fault, ECU fault, oil pump, oil strainer clogged, or low oil pressure.
To diagnose this issue properly you need a complete vehicle inspection to start from square one and identify the root cause of all this.
Type of oil and when to change
ANSWER : Oil change intervals on your vehicle are determined by the vehicle’s engine oil change monitoring system. A message on your instrument panel will alert you when it is necessary to change the oil. The change interval is based on a computer algorithm and is "duty cycle based". Consequently, the oil change interval is not fixed and will vary depending on personal driving style and drivings conditions. For example, lots of short trips will necessitate a more frequent oil change than if your driving mileage is accumulated under continuous highway driving. An engine computer keeps track of all the required data, processes the data, and then the car’s messaging system lets you know when to change the oil. With some minor caveats, as stated below, synthetic oil can be used at any time and you can switch back and forth between conventional oil and synthetics at any time. Although existing leaks may potentially leak at a somewhat greater rate when using synthetic oils versus purely mineral based (aka, "conventional" oil), the added leakage, if any, is meaningless in most seal locations and in most circumstances. The potential for a leak is due to the smaller size of the molecules in synthetic versus conventional oils. However, synthetic oil cannot possibly cause or otherwise mechanically enlarge a leak. In any event, any "distinction" in leak rate is meaningless simply because if you put synthetic oil in a car and you can see a leak from a seal, that seal was most decidedly leaking anyway with regular oil and so would have to be repaired regardless of the oil "type" you are using.
In your specific case, with a relatively newer car and low miles on the engine, this possibility of a leak probably does not exist at least for a while, although you are getting close to the time frame when just due to rubber aging (over time, not mileage related), leaks will start developing anyway. The bottom line is you can and should use synthetic oil in your circumstances due to its huge advantages in physical properties and potential to lengthen the service life of your engine and even seemingly unrelated parts such as oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter (synthetics don’t have the sulfur and other elemental contaminants that mineral oil has). Full synthetics will be less subject to degradation and evaporation during the oil service interval, too. I would recommend you use "100% synthetic oil". If it were my car I would use the most expensive, highest rated synthetic oil I could find. Changing your oil removes dirt and contaminants and newer cars with all sort of oil actuated mechanisms, such as variable valve timing, need very clean oil. YourMechanic offers oil and filter changes during mobile visits right to your location and you should certainly avail yourself of that service as the cost is lower and the service is much more personalized than at a shop or dealer. If you have additional concerns, don’t hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic.
would skipping an oil change cause a P0008 code
ANSWER : Diagnostic Trouble Code P0008 sets when the engine control module (ECM) detects an out of range variation in the mechanical timing of the crankshaft and the camshaft. The crankshaft and camshaft(s) are normally moving in a fixed position, relative to one another, via a timing chain or belt. The ECM uses sensors to continuously monitor the position of the crankshaft and camshaft(s). Using these sensor outputs, the ECM then can optimize ignition and fuel timing under all the different speed and loading conditions that occur as you drive the vehicle. Once code P0008 sets, the Check Engine Light will illuminate and you could see reduced engine performance and economy. The principal root causes for this code to set are: 1) the engine timing is out of sync; worn timing components (chains, gears, guides) cause timing variation; crankshaft or camshaft position sensors malfunction; wiring damage or terminal faults; ECM software has been updated to correct known issues leading to P0008 but your car does not have the update; and ECM internal damage (not likely and thus last resort in terms of diagnostics).
Obviously, not changing the oil could be implicated in the mechanical wear causes outlined above, that is wear in the timing components. However, missing one oil change is probably not enough to cause the extent of "mechanical" wear necessary to set the code. You have mentioned, however, that you observed a "low oil level" warning light. Obviously, running the engine with inadequate engine oil will cause excess wear throughout. If the warning light came on after the dealer changed the oil, you have to wonder if they added sufficient engine oil. There is a difference between a low oil level warning and a maintenance reminder though; if it was the maintenance reminder, and NOT the oil LEVEL light, that came on then you needn’t worry. But, if it was the low oil LEVEL warning, they probably did not add adequate oil. The engine flush you are referring to is a useless, irrelevant service in the context of repairing Code P0008. That is, an engine flush is not a legitimate repair strategy and if the flush was sold to you as such, you are entitled to, and should demand, a 100% refund for any cost you incurred for that service.
As far as what to do now, the root cause of the P0008 Code has to be identified (diagnosed) and such can be done in the context of a Check Engine Light diagnostic, during which the Mechanic would follow a P0008 diagnostic protocol. What you have so far from the dealer does not appear to be a diagnostic but rather a mere conclusion. If there is a problem with the mechanical condition of the engine they should have determined, in a diagnostic, EXACTLY what the problem is and explained that to you in some understandable fashion. Often the problem that has caused Code P0008 to set is resolvable, indeed sometimes with a software update to the ECM or replacement of malfunctioning position sensors (such as crankshaft/camshaft position sensors). The bottom line is you need an intelligent, ACCURATE diagnostic performed before you can determine what to do to fix this problem and also understand the cost. If you desire that a certified professional from YourMechanic come to your location and perform the necessary diagnostics, by all means please follow-up.
Just noticed a huge oil leak trailing my car. It seems to be coming from below the engine. I recently had my oil changed a month
ANSWER : You might have a problem with the oil filter leaking when you rev the engine and increase the oil pressure. This can be from a collapsed oil filter media or excessive oil pressure from the engine. I recommend having the oil and filter replaced using a good quality filter and have the oil leak verified to be from the filter. Make sure to not run the engine low on oil. If you are finding you do not want to drive with the leak, a mobile technician from YourMechanic can come to your home or office, and replace both your filter, and oil.
