P0817 OBD-II: Starter Disable Circuit/Open

P0817 Severity

Urgent

Should you fix P0817 yourself?

Identifying an OBD code is just the start of a complete diagnostic routine. Most trouble codes are caused by a sensor reporting a value that is out of range. Just replacing a sensor may not fix underlying issues. Be sure to understand the code, the part or system in your car that the code refers to, and the risks of delaying professional repair.

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Urgent codes indicate immediate action is necessary. These are urgent and significant malfunctions that can cause severe damage to the vehicle or harm the driver and passengers.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0817?

The engine computer (PCM) verifies that the transmission is in Park/Neutral before allowing the vehicle to crank. If the Transmission Control Module does not tell the PCM it is okay to crank the vehicle, code P0817 will be set.

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OBD II P0817

OBD-II Code Engine will not crank is defined as a Starter Disable Circuit/Open

Engine will not crank Symptoms

Engine will not crank

Common Problems That Trigger the P0817 Code

Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
Wiring issue

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OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P0817

OBD-II Code Engine will not crank is defined as a Starter Disable Circuit/Open

Engine will not crank Symptoms

Engine will not crank

Common Problems That Trigger the P0817 Code

Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
Wiring issue

P0817 OBD-II: Starter Disable Circuit/Open

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Engine will not crank Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P0817 Code

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Engine will not crank Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P0817 Code