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P0551

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SYMPTOM
P0551-POWER STEERING SWITCH PERFORMANCE

WHEN MONITORED
Engine running. Vehicle speed at 50 mph (80.5 km/h) or greater. Coolant temperature above 20 °C (68 °F).

SET CONDITION
The power steering pressure switch remains open for 40 seconds or greater while both the vehicle speed is at 50 mph (80.5 km/h) and the engine coolant temperature above 20 °C (68 °F). Two trip fault.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Good Trip Counter = 0
- Power Steering Pressure Switch (Z12) Ground Circuit Open
- (K10) PSP Switch Signal Circuit Shorted To Ground
- (K10) PSP Switch Signal Circuit Open
- Power Steering Pressure Switch
- PCM