OBD Guide

P0558

Brake Booster Pressure Sensor Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Deterioration in braking performance
  • Activation of the emergency mode of operation of the braking system
  • Unusual behavior of the brake pedal

Causes

  • Brake booster pressure sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Problems with the brake booster
  • Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the brake booster pressure sensor for damage.
  2. Check the wiring harness for breaks and short circuits
  3. Check the brake booster for leaks or damage.
  4. If necessary, replace the sensor or brake booster
  5. Clear error and test drive

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