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P1650 - Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Switch Out Of Self-Test Range

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P1650 - POWER STEERING PRESSURE (PSP) SWITCH OUT OF SELF-TEST RANGE

Description:  In the key on engine off (KOEO) self-test, this DTC indicates the PSP input to the powertrain control module (PCM) is high. In the key on engine running (KOER) self-test, this DTC indicates the PSP input did not change state.
Possible Causes: 
  • The steering wheel must be turned during KOER self-test
  • PSP switch/shorting bar damaged
  • SIG RTN circuit open
  • PSP circuit open or shorted to SIGRTN
Diagnostic Aids:  Check if the vehicle was towed or a power steering repair was carried out.
Observe the PSP V PID while checking the wires for intermittent concerns.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All refer to PINPOINT TEST FF . refer to PINPOINT TEST FF . -