P055C
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch B Low
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
- Check oil level and top off or change it
- Inspect the sensor B wiring for a short to ground
- Verify oil pressure with a mechanical gauge
- Check the oil filter and passages for a clog
- Replace the oil pressure sensor or switch B
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.