Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

(Some people have issue connecting. LEMON is investigating. For now, use Firefox or change your DNS server)

Or, hide this message: temporarily or permanently

Power Steering Pressure Switch: Testing and Inspection


1. Start the engine and run at idle.
2. Disconnect the power steering switch connector.
3. Connect an ohmmeter to the power steering switch.
4. Turn the steering wheel either right or left, and make sure there is continuity between the switch terminals.
NOTE: When the oil pressure is above 3,000 kPa (427 psi) the switch is closed. When the oil pressure is below 3,000 kPa (427 psi) the switch is open.