P0297 OBD-II: Vehicle Overspeed Condition
P0297 Severity
Will P0297 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.
What causes OBD-II fault code P0297?
The Vehicle Speed Sensor tells the engine control module (PCM) how fast the vehicle is going. If the vehicle is driven over a certain speed, it will set code P0297.The PCM may put the vehicle into "limp home mode" to limit the speed that the vehicle can be driven. Repeated setting of this code may void your warranty.
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OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P0297
OBD-II Code Vehicle speed sensor failure is defined as a Vehicle Overspeed Condition
The Vehicle Speed Sensor tells the engine control module (PCM) how fast the vehicle is going. If the vehicle is driven over a certain speed, it will set code P0297.The PCM may put the vehicle into "limp home mode" to limit the speed that the vehicle can be driven. Repeated setting of this code may void your warranty.
Vehicle speed sensor failure Symptoms
- Engine may enter limp home mode (reduced performance)
Common Problems That Trigger the P0297 Code
- Driver is asking the vehicle to perform at unsafe speeds.
- Vehicle speed sensor failure
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