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Tue 12 May 2015 23:48

vauxhall corsa sxi - engine rattle - afc1

Can anyone help oil light came on briefly so stopped amd topped up but then got a rattle like the timing chain but mechanic says timing is ok and most likely needs a new engine as it could be the bearings is this right as its a 2010 and only done 30,000 miles. Thanks for replies

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Wed 13 May 2015 00:02

vauxhall corsa sxi - engine rattle - focussed

The oil light indicates a lack of oil pressure caused in this case by low oil level - you are supposed to check the engine oil level with the dipstick as detailed in the owner's handbook and top up as necessary BEFORE the oil light comes on.

By the time the oil light illuminates it's usually too late and the engine will be toast - as your mechanic has confirmed.

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