P081A OBD-II: Starter Disable Circuit Low

P081A Severity

Urgent

Should you fix P081A 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.

Proper diagnosis will save you time and money on unnecessary repairs.

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 P081A?

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 P081A will be set.

OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P081A

OBD-II Code Engine may not start is defined as a Starter Disable Circuit Low

Engine may not start Symptoms

Engine may not start

Common Problems That Trigger the P081A Code

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

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OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P081A

OBD-II Code Engine may not start is defined as a Starter Disable Circuit Low

Engine may not start Symptoms

Engine may not start

Common Problems That Trigger the P081A Code

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

P081A OBD-II: Starter Disable Circuit Low

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What causes OBD-II fault code P081A?

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OBD II Fault Code

Engine may not start Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P081A Code

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Engine may not start Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P081A Code