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Old Nov 26, 2006 | 12:09 PM
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Anyone ever have error code P0551 Power Steering Fluid Pressure Switch? Just curious as to what is involved with diagnosing/fixing this problem.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2006 | 01:35 PM
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I think there may be post about that farther back if you look
 
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Old Nov 26, 2006 | 04:53 PM
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I did a search but nothing of any use came up.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2006 | 10:11 PM
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The power steering fluid pressure switch is only on the 4.7L engines. It's basically used as an input to the PCM to increase idle speed if it senses your cranking the wheel (so that theres sufficent engine speed).

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Old Nov 26, 2006 | 11:05 PM
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That's exactly what I was looking for! Thanks, Dodge! I'll let you know how it goes
 
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Old Dec 2, 2006 | 07:59 PM
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I got it replaced in 5 mins and only cost me $28. Thanks again!
 
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