OBD Guide

P1561

Brake Line Pressure Sensor Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Incorrect operation of ABS or ESP
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Unusual behavior of the brake pedal

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Malfunction of the pressure sensor itself
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion
  3. Check sensor resistance
  4. Replace pressure sensor if necessary
  5. Scan the system for other fault codes

Related codes

Error P1561 by Vehicle Brand