PowertrainP052300

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

If engine oil pressure signal is higher than maximum threshold value, ECM sets DTC. This fault might be caused by open in power/signal circuit, open or short in signal circuit of EOPS

2 brands affected · Description from Hyundai data.

Key terms: Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to engine oil pressure or oil level. Low oil pressure can destroy the engine within minutes.

1What it means in plain English

This range covers vehicle speed, idle and oil-pressure control, charging-system voltage, and brake-switch circuits.

2Common causes

Carbon build-up in the throttle body
Faulty idle air control valve
Faulty vehicle speed sensor
Faulty charging system or weak battery
Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Serious · drive with care

Stop the engine as soon as it is safe and do not drive until it has been checked. Low oil pressure or a low oil level can destroy the engine within minutes.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 2

Brand	Code	Description	System
Hyundai	P052300	If engine oil pressure signal is higher than maximum threshold value, ECM sets DTC. This fault might be caused by open in power/signal circuit, open or short in signal circuit of EOPS Brand	Powertrain
SsangYong	P052300	Oil pressure sensor high fault Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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