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wouldn't you know it... I should have RTFM :P
I forgot i had it saved on my computer...

"Engine oil pressure is shown in bars.
At 5.000 rpm, with the engine at normal operating temperature (approx. 90°C / 194°F), the pressure should be approx. 4 bar. A slight drop in oil pressure is normal under certain operating conditions such as prolonged highway driving in hot weather.
At idle speed, with the engine oil hot, the oil pressure can sink to 0.5 bar - this does not indicate any loss of engine performance.
However, if the oil pressure drops suddenly while you are driving, or if the warning light comes on, pull off the road, stop the engine and wait for it to cool down. Check the engine oil level. If the oil level is normal, contact the nearest dealer."


I love how it says "if the oil level is normal, contact the nearest dealer.."

I'd love to hear what the technical writers wanted to write for "If the oil level is NOT normal, ........"
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