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tony guiliano
Dodge Dakota
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7/19/2003
22:25:15
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 Subject: help! error code p0551
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my check engine light came on i checked the code and got code P0551 = power steering pressure sensor circut range/performance. is this a bad thing? can i still drive my truck? does anyone know where this item is located or have a diagram of it? so i can find it. is this a simple repair or do i have to take it to a pro? my power steering has been acting up mainly when turning left it gets tight.
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teamfast
Dodge Dakota
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7/20/2003
02:10:56
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A pressure sensor switch is included in the ps sytem. This switch will be used only with the 4.7 engine. Located on fixed line just after the pump leading to the r&p assembly. The HIGH pressure hose.
When sterring pump pressure exceeds 3275kPa +/- 690 kPa the normally closed switch will open and the pcm will increase engine idle speed. This will prevent the engine from stalling.
Removal: disconnect elec. connection.
Place a something below line to catch fluid,
Remove switch, use a back up wrench to prevent line bending
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tony guiliano
Dodge Dakota
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7/20/2003
10:41:11
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team fast thanks for a reply
is there a diagram of this any where
can i still drive my truck
remove switch replace it or leave it out
how much for a switch
should i drain and replace fluid with atf+4 like i have seen on this board
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teamfast
Dodge Dakota
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7/20/2003
17:54:59
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personally i would bring the truck in for an inspection. Its probably still under warranty? Long term effects of this could be damage to your rack and pinion or pump itself. There is a diagramin the shop manual for location but have a look under the hood, you should be able to spot it. It may be a faulty switch or pump. Have it checked soon.
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tony guiliano
Dodge Dakota
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7/21/2003
18:14:37
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teamfast thanks again for you info
the power sterring sensor is 18.25+tax i will be getting it soon had to oder it from dodge i hope that will fix it.
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