P0948

Hydraulic Pump Relay/Control Circuit High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine Light Is On
Deterioration in power steering performance
Unusual noises from the hydraulic pump
Periodic loss of power steering
Increased effort on the steering wheel

Causes

Faulty hydraulic pump relay
Open or short circuit in control circuit
Problems with the wiring harness to the relay
Control unit malfunction
Corrosion of relay contacts or connectors

How to Fix

Check the condition of the hydraulic pump relay
Diagnose the control circuit for opens and short circuits
Check connectors and contacts for corrosion
Test the control unit for errors
If necessary, replace the relay or repair the wiring

Related codes

P0949 P0950 P0947