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Hello - I have just registered for memebership and I am awaiting the 'pack'.

I have a 1989 944 colour is blue. I have owned it since May 2007.

It has since the day I bought it had the red light in the centre of the dash and the engine oil light lit. The chap I bought it off said it wasn't an issue it was the sensor or wiring that was at fault. He supplied the part to hopefully resolve.

Has anyone had a similar problem, I was after advice on how difficult the job is as I fancy tackling it myself.

Any tips would be great.

Thanks.

Not difficult, but you'll need a biggish spanner, can't remember exact size.

Link to testing it here http://www.clarks-garage.com/shop-manual/elect-19.htm

I presume we're talking about the engine oil level light... if so, first make sure you indeed do have an engine filled to the right level with oil!!

If it is the engine oil level sensor that's at fault, it's not the big nut - it's the triangular flange held on with 3 x bolts which need a 8mm spanner (I think). You'll need a new gasket however that's about it - it's simply a case of of removing the unserviceable item and replacing it. Don't forget to drain the oil first! Good opportunity to change the filter as well - if you've never worked on them before, you'll be cursing when you find how fiddly and messy that bit is!

However, can I caveat all that - this applies to the turbo engine and I presume that it's the same on NA.

Hi

Welcome to the forum, your pack should be with you in a week or so.

If it is the engine oil level sensor that's at fault, it's not the big nut - i thought you found that in the drivers seat