1997 Buick Regal Owner's Manual - Page 148

The oil light could also come on inthe following situations: The light will come on briefly when you on the turn ignition to show you that is working properly. (If it it doesn't comeon with the ignition on, you may have a problem withthe fuse or bulb. Have fixed right away.) it 0 Low Oil Level Light Your engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. When the ignition key is turned on, the LOW OIL light will come on briefly. If the light does not come on briefly, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there'sa problem. Sometimes when the engine idling at a stop, the is light may blink on and This is normal. off. LOW OIL Don't keep driving if the pressure is low.If oil you do, your engine can become hot thatit so catches fire.You or others could be burned. Check your oilas soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. If the light stays stop the vehicle a level surface on, on and turn the engine Check the oil level off. using the engine oil dipstick. (See "Engine Oil" in the Index.) If the light does not flash, have low oil level sensor the system repairedso it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem. The oil level monitoring system checks oil level only during thebrief period between key and engine on crank. It does monitor engine oil level not when the engine is running. Additionally, oil level check is an only performedif the engine hasbeen turned off for a considerable periodof time, allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and not coveredby is your warranty. 2-72