OBD Guide

P1576

Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor Circuit High Voltage

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

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Problems with the brake assist system
  • Unusual behavior of the brake pedal

Causes

  • Brake booster vacuum sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Malfunction of the brake system control unit
  • Poor contact in sensor connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the continuity of the vacuum sensor circuit
  2. Check sensor connectors and connections
  3. Test the brake booster vacuum sensor
  4. Replace sensor if necessary
  5. Check and update the control unit firmware if necessary

Related codes

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