VW Golf Oil Pressure Light On? Here’s What We Found

Golf in with oil pressure light on. We found the sensor blocked with sludgy old oil. A regular service could have prevented it — book yours today in Belfast.

Maintenance
Jun042025

A customer brought their VW Golf into 1Stop Motor Shop in Newtownabbey after noticing the dreaded oil pressure warning light on their dashboard.

After a quick diagnostic, our team found the cause: the oil pressure sensor was completely blocked with thick, sludgy old oil. This build-up can give false readings or restrict oil flow — which can be very bad news for your engine.

 

What Causes a Blocked Oil Pressure Sensor?

Oil sludge forms when:

  • The engine hasn’t been serviced regularly

  • Oil changes are skipped or delayed

  • Poor quality or wrong oil is used

This sludge clogs up vital parts like sensors and oil galleries, leading to low pressure warnings — and potentially engine damage if left unresolved.

 

The Solution at 1Stop Motor Shop

We cleaned out the system, replaced the blocked sensor, and carried out a full oil service using high-quality parts. The result? Warning gone, engine protected, and the car running as it should again.

 

Avoid This Issue With Regular Servicing

This issue is 100% preventable with regular servicing. If your Golf (or any vehicle) is due a service, don’t delay — sludgy oil can lead to costly repairs.

 

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