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OIL-PRESSURE LIGHT

I drive a 2017 Mahindra 2,2-litre S6 Pik Up with 6 000 km on the clock and, so far, I am very happy with it. There is only one problem I have noticed and it has to do with the oil-pressure light.

When starting the engine in the morning, the light takes about four seconds to go out. While driving the vehicle, it stays off, indicating the oil pressure is adequate. Switching off the engine after it reaches operating temperature, it takes just two to three seconds for the oil-pressure light to go off upon restart.

There are no mechanical noises from the engine – starting it cold or hot – suggesting