Power Steering Pressure Switch: Description and Operation

1991 Hyundai Sonata V6-3.0LSECTION Description and Operation

Power Steering Oil Pressure Switch Location:





PURPOSE
This switch is used to provide a signal to the ECU with power steering load information to be used in determining idle speed control. When pump output pressure exceeds a preset level, the switch closes, completing the circuit to ground.

LOCATION
Mounted on the high pressure side of the pump.
RENDER: 1.0x

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