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Diagnostic reference · P055C

P055C

Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch B Low

System
Speed and idle control (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls

What it means

P055C means Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch B Low.

Where it lives

For P055C, the part to look at first is the sensor named here.

Check these first

  • A short to ground in the sensor B circuit
  • A failed oil pressure sensor or switch B
  • Low oil level or pressure
  • A clogged oil filter or passage
  • Worn engine bearings

What to do next

  1. Check oil level and top off or change it
  2. Inspect the sensor B wiring for a short to ground
  3. Verify oil pressure with a mechanical gauge
  4. Check the oil filter and passages for a clog
  5. Replace the oil pressure sensor or switch B
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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