1999 Volkswagen Passat
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VW Passast low oil - light came on - ok to drive?




By ashbew on Dec 10, 2008

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Hi! I know I am past due on my oil change for my 99 VW Turbo Passat and my oil light just came on. Is it ok to drive a few miles to the gas station for oil? Or will my engine get damaged...I have had a new turbo charger so I am petrified to do anything that could damage my car, it is has had a lot of problems!

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Solution #1

posted on Dec 18, 2008
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NO NO NO! do not drive anywhere with the oil light on! your engine will more than likely be ruined if you do this, these engines are sensitive as it is and i would not suggest missing oil changes from now on bc a sludge problem develops quickly and will cost you around $8000 The person who answered first obviously knows nothing about cars! That light is not for changing your oil, it means there is low or no oil pressure!
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Solution #2

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If you are not driving far no problem. If you are just put a quart of oil in it until you get to the station.
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