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dnichola
Explorer
Dec 10, 2023

Low Oil pressure Warning

I have a 2017 Ford F-150 towing a Transcend Travel trailer with a GVWR of 6995 lbs.  On two occasions, while towing at 60-65 mph on interstates, I have gotten a low oil pressure warning and the oil pressure gauge drops.  Prior to the warning, I notice some loss of power (seem to need to accelerate more to maintain speed).  On both occasions, we stopped, checked the oil --- it was fine --- and waited about an hour.  After an hour, started up the truck and it ran fine the rest of the trip -- another 500 miles or so! Does this sound like a true low oil pressure warning or something else?   This has never happened when NOT towing the trailer.  Any ideas appreciated! 

 

  • dnichola's avatar
    dnichola
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2023

    Thanks for your suggestions.  How/where did you "google" this and find it a common problem? Seems that might help me to look at the results of your google search.  Also, how do I find the "Tow" forum?

    • Grit_dog's avatar
      Grit_dog
      Navigator
      Dec 29, 2023

      Try “2007 F150 low oil pressure”?

      This is sort of like explaining how to use a telephone or any other common device or task. Maybe google how to google?

    • opnspaces's avatar
      opnspaces
      Navigator II
      Dec 12, 2023
      dnichola wrote:

        Also, how do I find the "Tow" forum?

      Go to the top of the page and hover over Everything RV. In the drop down you will find the Tow Vehicles forum.

       

    • way2roll's avatar
      way2roll
      Navigator II
      Dec 11, 2023

      Just google "2017 Ford F-150 low oil pressure warning". Lots of things come up- especially in forums for ford truck owners. 

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    way2roll
    Navigator II
    Dec 10, 2023

    Going to assume you are changing your oil at the prescribed intervals. Googling this it seems it's a common problem. Most common fixes are the oil pressure switch, sensor, or the oil pump itself. Some have even had luck cleaning the contacts and wiring harness. Also you might have more luck posting this in the Tow vehicles forum. This page is for feedback on the website itself. 

     

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