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Fault Code P0553

Code meaning, symptoms, possible causes, part number, and estimated cost.

P0553

Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input

Severity: Medium

Code P0553 indicates a high input or short to voltage in the power steering pressure sensor. This causes the ECM to receive incorrect data about excessively high system pressure.

Part Details

Part Name

Power Steering Pressure Sensor

Reference P/N (OEM)

N/A

General part number for this fault code — not necessarily for your specific vehicle

Estimated Cost

₪400 - ₪1000

Engine Location

Power steering pump/Pressure hose

Symptoms

  • Abnormally high engine RPM at idle
  • Difficulty controlling engine at low speeds
  • Overly sensitive steering
  • Check Engine Light on

Possible Causes

  • 1Faulty power steering pressure sensor
  • 2Wiring shorted to constant voltage
  • 3Damaged electrical connector or corrosion
  • 4ECM malfunction

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