P1550 Power Steering Pressure Switch Malfunction
What does P1550 mean on a Ford?
P1550 — Power Steering Pressure Switch Malfunction. This Ford-enhanced code applies to F-150, Mustang, Ranger, Taurus with hydraulic power steering.
Common causes of P1550
- Failed power steering pressure switch
- Open or shorted switch circuit
- Leaking switch dripping fluid into the connector
- Low power steering fluid altering switch behavior
- PCM input fault
How to fix P1550
- Inspect the switch for fluid leaks into its connector
- Check fluid level and top off with the correct fluid
- Test switch state change from lock to lock on a scanner
- Inspect the circuit wiring
- Replace the switch if it never changes state