Function of the Dynamic Oil Pressure Warning System
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The oil pressure switch is open without pressure and is closed when the operating pressure is reached.
The oil pressure warning is actuated approx. 10 seconds after the ignition is turned on.
Oil pressure warning turn-on delay: approx. 3 seconds.
Oil pressure warning turn-off delay: approx. 5 seconds.