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P0553 Scion Code - Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input

Quick Answer

The power steering oil pressure sensor is turned ON when a power steering wheel load occurs by turning the steering wheel. 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 Scion 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 3,798

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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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jun 14, 2020

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Code P0553 Scion Description

The power steering oil pressure sensor is turned ON when a power steering wheel load occurs by turning the steering wheel. The ECM regulates the engine idling RPM according to the voltage output of the sensor.

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0553 Scion?

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

How to Fix the DTC P0553 Scion?

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 Scion 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 Scion Models

P0553 2005 Scion xB — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 2006 Scion xB — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input
P0553 2007 Scion xB — Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit High Input

About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.