P0553
Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
Generic code
Vehicle Speed and Idle Control System
Medium severity
Moderate repair
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What P0553 means
- The fault code P0553 indicates that there is a high input signal in the power steering pressure sensor circuit. This may result in poor braking performance and difficulty in stopping the vehicle.
Possible symptoms
- Engine misfires or runs rough, especially at idle or under load
- Decreased engine performance or power
- Poor fuel efficiency
- Check Engine Light (CEL) illuminated
Possible causes
- Faulty power steering pressure sensor
- Open or short circuit in the power steering pressure sensor circuit
- Poor electrical connection in the power steering pressure sensor circuit
- Faulty power steering control module
- Faulty engine control module (ECM)
Related parts
- Power Steering Pressure Sensor: This sensor monitors the hydraulic fluid pressure in the steering system. Problems in this sensor lead to hard steering
Possible solutions
- Test and replace the faulty ignition coil in cylinder 10, if necessary
- Replace the spark plug in cylinder 10 if it is worn, fouled, or damaged
- Clean or replace the fuel injector in cylinder 10 if it is clogged or malfunctioning
- Perform a compression test to check for low compression in cylinder 10 and repair as needed
- Test and replace the engine control module (ECM) if it is determined to be faulty
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