OBD Guide

U0668

Lost Communication With Engine Oil Level Sensor Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The oil level warning light is on
  • No oil level readings on the dashboard
  • Error message on the on-board computer display
  • There may be other related errors in the system
  • In some cases, the warning system does not work correctly

Causes

  • Oil level sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in wiring
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Corrosion or oxidation of contacts
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring to the sensor
  2. Clean and check sensor connector contacts
  3. Check power and ground on the sensor
  4. Replace the oil level sensor if necessary
  5. Carry out diagnostics of the control unit in case of repeated errors

Related codes

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