low oil pressure warning

[maxjamie]

Hello you all porsche fanatics!!

I have a Q on my 02 996TT with 23k , 6speed, upsolute, Evo intake, RUF exhaust.

I recently changed the oil/filter myself and after 200 miles, I am getting

"low oil pressure warning" message. The oil press gauge seems fine, car drives and sounds normal, oil level is good, nothing abnormal on visual inspection under the hood and under the car.

Any thoughts??

[Loren]

Is it only at start up?

If so, then there is a TSB for this.

[maxjamie]

Is it only at start up?

If so, then there is a TSB for this.

So far only happened twice, both in the morning (40-50 degrees) after driving 5-10 minutes. After shut down, 30 min or so later, no message.

Pardon my ignorance, TSB?? (Technical ?? Bulletin?)

If TSB, does it hurt to continue to drive without a visit to the dealer?

My warranty has expired and the nearest dealer is 150 miles away. :(

Thanks for the reply.

Ted

[Loren]

I guess there are all the obvious questions - Did you add the right amount of oil? Did you use the right filter? etc. If you are sure the oil change was done right then you may want to contact your dealer.

TSB = Technical Service Bulletin.

The TSB says it affects MY01 TT but if your car is an early build MY02 it could be included. The problem (according to the TSB) is that a check valve in the oil tank is sticking closed and preventing oil from getting to the engine. If it is that problem then the car should not be driven.

If your dealer asks the TSB is: 3/00 1728 Lack of Oil Pressure on Start Up (dated 7-27-00).

[maxjamie]

I guess there are all the obvious questions - Did you add the right amount of oil? Did you use the right filter? etc. If you are sure the oil change was done right then you may want to contact your dealer.

TSB = Technical Service Bulletin.

The TSB says it affects MY01 TT but if your car is an early build MY02 it could be included. The problem (according to the TSB) is that a check valve in the oil tank is sticking closed and preventing oil from getting to the engine. If it is that problem then the car should not be driven.

If your dealer asks the TSB is: 3/00 1728 Lack of Oil Pressure on Start Up (dated 7-27-00).

Hey Loren, you da man!!!

I called the dealer and explained the problem, they seem to agree with your TSB problem and as "good will" , they will cover it under warranty (expired 2 mo ago). They seem to think it is safe to drive the 150 miles to have it dropped off. I hope they are right.

Thanks for your advice!!

Ted