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P0553

Overview

Code

P0553

Code Type

P

Code Class

P0

System

Steering

Severity Level

Medium

Emissions Related

false

Drivability Impact

Major

Diagnostic Protocol

OBD2

Freeze Frame Useful

true

Code Definition

Diagnostic trouble code P0553 indicates a high input from the power steering pressure sensor

Symptoms

Heavy steering; Reduced steering response

Overview applies to this diagnostic code.

Affected Systems

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  • Code Definition

  • Symptoms

  • Affected Systems

  • Possible Causes

  • Diagnostic Steps

  • Drive Safety Notes​

More Resources

Power steering pressure system

Possible Causes

High pressure in system; Faulty pressure sensor

Diagnostic Steps

1 Inspect pressure sensor 2 Test sensor output

Drive Safety Notes

Steering difficulty

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