DTC P0552: Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Sensor/Switch Circuit Low

2012 Volkswagen Beetle Base, 2.5L Eng VIN P, Standard TransSECTION DTC P0552: Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Sensor/Switch Circuit Low
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P0552 - POWER STEERING PRESSURE (PSP) SENSOR/SWITCH CIRCUIT LOW

Description:  Indicates the PSP sensor input signal was less than the self-test minimum.
Possible Causes: 
  • Damaged PSP sensor
  • VREF circuit open, or short to ground
  • PSP circuit open or short to ground
Diagnostic Aids:  View the PSP PID to monitor the PSP input.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DT .
RENDER: 1.0x

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