P0637 OBD-II: Power Steering Control Circuit High

P0637 Severity

Moderate

Will P0637 go away on its own?

Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.

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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0637?

Despite the code definition provided, most manufactures use this code to identify improper charging system operation. If the engine computer (PCM) detects the Alternator is not providing sufficient output to run the electrical systems on the vehicle and recharge the battery, code P0637 will set.Any non-essential electronics will also be disabled (i.e. Radio, Climate Control)

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