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Subject:Re: Oil Pressure Light
From:Jim Henry
Date:Wed, 26 Dec 2001 18:07:13 -0500

Chad,
I had the same problem with my 84 westy when when the weather was damp. Glow
went away when engine got hot. I figured that it was a slight ground due to a
crack or moisture leak. Switch quit altogether recently and has not been
replaced yet.

Good luck and drive well.

Jim

Chad G wrote:

> While starting my 85GL late last night (after sitting for most of the day)
> the oil pressure light let off a very faint glow.  It was more visible in
> the pitch black with the dash lights off.  However, as the van warmed up the
> light faded off.  Is this a sign of low oil pressure when the engine is
> cold?? I recently changed the oil and filter 20w-50 and VW filter.  It just
> started to become really cold here and I'm thinking that could be the
> problem................
>
> any ideas???
>
> Chad 85GL

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