Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Switch

1995 Mercury Villager GS, Van PassengerSECTION Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Switch

The PSP switch monitors power steering pressure. When power steering fluid pressure exceeds the preset limit, the PSP switch sends an input signal to the PCM. The PCM then adjusts idle speed. PSP switch is located in power steering pump.

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