Engine clatter my low oil pressure warning came on and i shut it off and checked oil was fine. started back up and heard a clatter and then it went away.it will only happen every so often but shut it down and wait 15 seconds or so and start back up and everything is fine whats the deal. it must be some kind of sensor
Cars & Trucks - Chevrolet - Traverse - 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
Answers & Comments
Have a mechanic or shop put a mechanical oil pressure gauge in the oil pressure sending unit's mounting hole. Check oil pressure against the spec for your car. Does the warning light turn on every time this happens? If so, try to check oil pressure when the light is on-you may have an intermittent oil pressure problem, or oil pressure may just be too low. Don't believe it's a sensor, don't know how, but not familiar with your newer ride. Something as simple as a pick up tube gasket that leaks could cause low oil pressure. If that happens, the top end of engine will clatter-not getting enough oil up there.