When turbo whines in 1990 Eclipse a yellow light shines shape of house next to check engine what does it mean?

That yellow house-shaped light next to the check engine light on your 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse is likely the oil pressure warning light. A whining turbocharger coupled with this light suggests a serious problem. Low oil pressure is extremely damaging to a turbocharger, as it relies on oil for lubrication and cooling. Running the engine with low oil pressure will likely cause catastrophic turbo failure.

Do not drive the car. Continuing to drive with low oil pressure can lead to a seized engine. You need to have the oil pressure checked immediately. Possible causes include:

* Low oil level: Check your oil level immediately. If it's low, add oil (the correct type and amount specified in your owner's manual) and check again. However, low oil is just a symptom; you still need to find out *why* it's low.

* Oil pump failure: The oil pump might be failing to circulate oil properly.

* Worn or damaged bearings in the engine or turbo: This could be causing oil leaks and low pressure.

* Clogged oil filter or oil passages: Restricted oil flow will reduce pressure.

The whining from the turbo is likely a result of the low oil pressure damaging the turbocharger bearings.

Immediate actions:

1. Turn off the engine immediately.

2. Have the car towed to a mechanic. Do not attempt to drive it.

3. Get the oil pressure checked. This requires a gauge that's temporarily connected to your oil system.

Ignoring this problem will likely lead to far more expensive repairs, potentially including a completely rebuilt or replaced engine.