AutoCodes – Generic – P0553

P0553 Code - Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input

Quick Answer

Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor is installed to the power steering high-pressure tube and detects a power steering load. Common causes include Faulty Power Steering Pressure Sensor, Power Steering Pressure Sensor harness is open or shorted, Power Steering Pressure Sensor circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is Moderate - service should be scheduled soon. The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.

What it means: P0553 indicates Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Power Steering Pressure Sensor, Power Steering Pressure Sensor harness is open or shorted, Power Steering Pressure Sensor circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: Moderate - service should be scheduled soon.
Can I drive?: The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.

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Code Popularity 17,339

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Moderate (Service soon) (2 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Code P0553 Description

Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor is installed to the power steering high-pressure tube and detects a power steering load. This sensor is a potentiometer which transforms the power steering load into output voltage, and emits the voltage signal to the Engine Control Module (ECM). The ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator and adjusts the throttle valve opening angle to increase the engine speed and adjusts the idle speed for the increased load.

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0553?

Faulty Power Steering Pressure Sensor
Power Steering Pressure Sensor harness is open or shorted
Power Steering Pressure Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P0553?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0553 code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Information for Specific Makes

P0553 Ford — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 Hyundai — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 KIA — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 Lexus — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 Mazda — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 Mercedes-Benz — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 Mitsubishi — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 Scion — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 Toyota — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input

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