P0524critical severityPowertrain
Engine Oil Pressure Too Low
on 2013 Audi A6 3.0L Supercharged V6 · AWD
What this code means
The actual engine oil pressure is below the minimum threshold.
Symptoms
- Oil pressure warning light on
- Engine noise
- Ticking or knocking
- Possible engine damage
Common causes
- Low oil level
- Worn oil pump
- Worn engine bearings
- Oil leak
- Wrong oil viscosity
- Clogged oil pickup tube
Diagnostic steps
- CHECK OIL LEVEL IMMEDIATELY
- Do not run engine if oil is low
- Test oil pressure with mechanical gauge
- Check for oil leaks
- Inspect oil pickup tube for blockage
Repair notes
CRITICAL - DO NOT DRIVE. Low oil pressure causes rapid engine damage. Check oil level, then investigate root cause.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1