2004 SEBRING LX SEDAN (2.4L) here. My red LOP light (you know, the one that looks like a genie's lamp with a droplet dripping off the spout) has been flickering when I am idling at a stop or while parked. My RPMs decrease to around 700 when this occurs. Oh yeah, no OBD codes are present. A bit of history ... my MAP Sensor (Code P2074) and Camshaft Position Sensor (Code P0340) were replaced in March and April, respectively. The Low Oil Pressure indicator started misbehaving shortly after a new CPS was installed. What is wrong with me, doctor(s)? Thanks!

 

Two possibilities:

1) Bad switch. This is a known problem on the V-6, not so sure about the 2.4L engine.

2) You actually have low oil pressure.

You didn't state how many miles on the car, but in 8 years, it could be a lot. You could replace the switch and see if that cures the problem. Make sure there is not a clog right at the switch.
If replacing the switch doesn't cure the problem, you are going to need to investigate the cause of the low oil pressure. Could be clogged intake, worn oil pump, shot bearings.
Ignoring the problem could lead to major problems.

 

Only 68,000 miles, DC. Lots of hard driving the last 2 years though ... I run a morning paper route with over a 100 daily stops placing the vehicle in park and shutting off the ignition. Is it possible that my mechanic disturbed something when he replaced the CPS 3 weeks ago? As always, I greatly appreciate your guidance!

 

Not likely. About the only thing he could do would be to disconnect the lead to the sensor but that would not yield a flickering light at idle.
This is probably a new problem. Tackle it as stated and see where it gets you.
With the kind of driving you do, that is definitely hard on the car and you should change oil frequently.

 

Mine a 99 gen 1 v6 does that on and off since I have had it. When the idle is low, it does not when the idle is above 800rpm.

 

Check the oil and filter

 

OIL PRESSURE SWITCH was leaking. Mechanic replaced defective part with a DURALAST PS278. Total cost 19.55 (part) + 63.96 (labor) = 83.51.

 

these things happen. glad it was a simple fix.

 

It just happens when rpm's are low I have had my 99 for 8 years and put 90,000 miles on it and it has done this since I got it. The car is still running strong, if your oil level is good on the dip stick you are good to go

 

Oil level does NOT equal oil pressure. Ignoring a low pressure light carries the risk of ruining the engine. It's your car and your engine, so do as you please, but there's a reason for a low pressure warning light.