Got red oil light of death, checked and oil level was low. Changed oil, light went away briefly but is now back on.

Oil Temp was 175F normally prior to change, now 225 and light is coming back on under heavy load (going up hill). As soon as I let off throttle, light goes away.

Checked Codes found this - 16395 - Bank 1: Camshaft A (Intake): Retard Setpoint not Reached (Over-Advanced)

P0011 - 35-10 - - - Intermittent

Checked codes again today after red light and no codes. Meas block 001 says Oil Pres. 2 <min. This will change to OK with minor increase in throttle.


I am using 5W-40 full-synthetic oil and had the oil system replaced on the sludge recall in 2008.

Not sure what is going on. Any assistance is appreciated.

Thanks,

Brian

 

I don't suppose you have the 1.8T engine in your car.

 

I do have the 1.8T.

 

This is starting to sound like a case of a clogged oil pickup screen.

 

I agree that is what it seems like. YUK! Thanks for the input.