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How much does Power Steering Pressure Switch Replacement cost in Phoenix?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to in Phoenix. Our mechanics in Phoenix are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office in Phoenix.

Power Steering Pressure Switch Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor$159$64.26$94.997%$171.76
2008 Nissan Titan$284$189.08$94.994%$296.58
2013 Kia Optima$239$144.00$94.994%$251.50
2011 Land Rover Range Rover$174$79.16$94.996%$186.66
2006 Lincoln Town Car$156$61.44$94.997%$168.94
2011 Audi S4$174$79.16$94.996%$186.66

Power Steering Pressure Switch Replacement Service

What is the Power Steering Pressure Switch all about?

Power steering makes steering a vehicle much easier at low speeds. However, because the system is powered by the engine, increased loads can cause problems. The harder the power steering system must work to meet the demands of the driver, the heavier the load is placed on the engine.

The power steering pressure switch is located either at the power steering pump or the gearbox. It’s an on/off type of switch that communicates with the vehicle’s computer by sending information about the fluid pressure in the system, and if necessary, the computer adjusts the engine’s operation to account for increased demand. In some systems, the switch is also tied into the vehicle’s air conditioning and will turn off the compressor at certain load points (or communicate with the ECM to turn off the compressor). The switch uses a diaphragm, as well as two electrical sensors. Over time and through exposure to heat, the sensor can malfunction or fail.

Keep in mind:

  • The power steering pressure switch is not part of any regular maintenance.
  • The power steering pressure switch cannot be inspected without significant teardown.
  • Failure of the power steering pressure switch can mimic a number of other problems with the system, so it’s vital that one of our expert mechanics diagnose the problem.

How it's done:

  • The hood is opened and the engine is allowed to cool then drained of fluid
  • The power steering pressure switch is removed from the pressure line
  • The new power steering pressure switch is installed into the pressure line
  • The power steering system is refilled with fluid and purged of air
  • The engine is run and the power steering system operation is checked

Our recommendation:

The power steering system of your vehicle makes handling at low speeds much easier. It’s an important part of your vehicle, and if you’ve noticed that it isn’t operating correctly, we recommend having one of our expert mechanics diagnose it.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Power Steering Pressure Switch?

  • Lack of power steering assist
  • Engine stutters under heavy steering load

How important is this service?

While it’s not as critical as your drivetrain, the power steering system does offer vital usability enhancements. We recommend having any malfunction diagnosed as soon as possible by one of our expert mechanics. Note that problems with the pressure switch can be similar to numerous other issues, so self-diagnosing the failure is not recommended.


Recent Power Steering Pressure Switch Replacement reviews in Phoenix

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Walter

46 years of experience
344 reviews
Walter
46 years of experience
Nice man knows what he is doing
Walter was great, very detailed and thorough!

Richard

12 years of experience
48 reviews
Richard
12 years of experience
My wife and I are very pleased with the experience we had with Richard. He was very professional and understanding about all of our concerns.

William

25 years of experience
35 reviews
William
25 years of experience
Am very Happy with Williams work he knows what hes doing and makes it look so easy.

Jonathan

22 years of experience
304 reviews
Jonathan
22 years of experience
Jonathan is an awesome dude. Helped replace the power steering switch on my 08 Ford F150.

Luke

17 years of experience
175 reviews
Luke
17 years of experience
10/10

Chuck

10 years of experience
354 reviews
Chuck
10 years of experience
Excellent. Chuck was on time, explained process, and advised on further issue in language that was understandable and concise.

Joe

43 years of experience
822 reviews
Joe
43 years of experience
Excellent service. Very knowledgeable.

Michael

38 years of experience
135 reviews
Michael
38 years of experience
Michael is always such a wonderful mechanic. I have had him do repairs on my PT Cruiser many times. He is always on time, and very professional. He explains all the technical stuff and does every thing in a timely and clean fashion. I would recommend Michael B. to anyone. I love that he comes to my house ready to work and with a smile on his face. He has a lot of integrity and knows his business well.

Shay

28 years of experience
137 reviews
Shay
28 years of experience
Shay arrived early and finished sooner than what I expected. I will definitely use Shay's services again.

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