OBD Guide

P1577

Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor Circuit Low Input

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Hard brake pedal
  • Check engine light comes on
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Unusual sounds when braking

Causes

  • Vacuum booster sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Faulty vacuum brake booster

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Check connections and connectors
  3. Replace vacuum booster sensor if necessary
  4. Check the operation of the vacuum booster

Related codes

Error P1577 by Vehicle Brand