What usually causes it
- Low oil level from a leak or burning oil
- Old, thin or wrong oil
- A worn oil pump or worn engine bearings
- A clogged oil filter or oil pickup screen
- A bad oil pressure sensor, which is less common
P0524Starts at: Stop driving soon
Engine oil pressure is too low
The oil pressure in the engine is lower than it should be. Low oil pressure can wreck an engine fast.
Check this first
Park on level ground, turn the engine off, wait a few minutes, then check the dipstick. If the oil is low, add the right oil. Do not keep driving if the oil light is on.
What to watch for
- The oil warning light is on. Pull over and turn the engine off
- Ticking, tapping or knocking from the engine
- A burning oil smell or smoke
Can I keep driving?
We rate P0524 as Stop driving soon. Find a safe place to stop and have the car checked before driving far.
Quick answers about P0524
What does P0524 mean?
Engine oil pressure is too low. The oil pressure in the engine is lower than it should be. Low oil pressure can wreck an engine fast.
Can I keep driving with P0524?
We rate P0524 as Stop driving soon. Find a safe place to stop and have the car checked before driving far.
What usually causes P0524?
The most common causes, in order: Low oil level from a leak or burning oil; Old, thin or wrong oil; A worn oil pump or worn engine bearings; A clogged oil filter or oil pickup screen; A bad oil pressure sensor, which is less common.
Estimates only. A mechanic should confirm. The same code can mean slightly different things on different cars; the app explains it for your exact year, make, model and mileage.