Description
OBD-II Trouble Code Description for P0523 Ford
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch High Voltage
What does this mean?
OBD2 Code P0523 Ford definition:
The PCM continuously monitors the engine oil pressure. The Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch sends a signal to the PCM when the engine is running.
Symptoms
Possible sumptoms of OBD code P0523 Ford
– Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) – Oil pressure warning light ON.
Causes
Possible causes of OBD code P0523 Ford
– Low oil level or motor mechanical fault – Open or short oil level sensor circuit condition – Poor oil level sensor electrical connection – Faulty oil pressure sensor The Error code is generally activated on detection of the following conditions: The P0523 Ford is detected when the signal sent from oil pressure sensor to PCM goes above specifications.
Possible Solutions
The most likely cause is a faulty oil pressure sensor/switch
The OBD2 Code Information Be Applicable For Ford:
2013 Ford Taurus,2013 Ford Mustang,2013 Ford Kuga,2013 Ford Fusion,2012 Ford Focus,2011 Ford Mondeo,2011 Ford Focus,2011 Ford Edge,2010 Ford Mustang,2009 Ford Focus,2008 Ford Fiesta,2008 Ford Escape,2007 Ford Mondeo,2006 Ford Focus,2005 Ford Mustang,2005 Ford Escape,2003 Ford Mustang,2003 Ford Focus,2000 Ford Mustang
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