Engine Oil Pressure Too Low
2014-2016 Chevrolet Spark EV Electric Motor
Description
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.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0070Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit
- P0071Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
- P0072Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
- P0073Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High
- P0115Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 1 Circuit
- P0116ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance
- P0117ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Low Input
- P0118ECT Sensor 1 Circuit High Input
- P0119ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent
- P0125Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Closed Loop Fuel Control
P0524 on Other Vehicles
Chevrolet Astro
1995-2005 4.3L V6 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2002-2006 5.3L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2002-2006 8.1L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2007-2013 5.3L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2007-2013 6.0L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Aveo
2012-2018 1.6L I4
Chevrolet Beat
2018-2021 1.2L I4
Chevrolet Beretta
1990-1996 2.2L I4
Common Questions
What does code P0524 mean on a 2014-2016 Chevrolet Spark EV?
P0524 stands for "Engine Oil Pressure Too Low". The actual engine oil pressure is below the minimum threshold.
What are the symptoms of P0524 on a Chevrolet Spark EV?
Common symptoms of P0524 include: Oil pressure warning light on, Engine noise, Ticking or knocking, Possible engine damage.
What causes P0524 on a 2014-2016 Chevrolet Spark EV?
Common causes of P0524 include: Low oil level, Worn oil pump, Worn engine bearings, Oil leak, Wrong oil viscosity, Clogged oil pickup tube.