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C0550

Vacuum Sensor B Circuit High

System
Chassis control (C code)
Lamp
ABS Light
Category
Chassis

What it means

C0550 means Vacuum Sensor B Circuit High.

Where it lives

For C0550, the sensor sits on the circuit this code reports. The description of C0550 reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • A failed vacuum sensor B
  • An open in the vacuum sensor B circuit
  • A poor electrical connection at the vacuum sensor B connector
  • A failed brake system control module

What to do next

  1. Read vacuum sensor B on a scan tool
  2. Inspect the vacuum sensor B connector and wiring
  3. Test the vacuum sensor B circuit for open and short faults
  4. Compare the sensor B reading against a known value
  5. Replace vacuum sensor B if the circuit tests good
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.