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P254F Severity
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.
The engine hood has two switches, a hood ajar switch and a hood closed switch. Normally, when one switch is open, the other switch is closed. If both switches are closed or open at the same time, code P254F will be stored and the engine will be prohibited from starting.
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OBD-II Code Engine may not start is defined as a Engine Hood Switch Circuit
The engine hood has two switches, a hood ajar switch and a hood closed switch. Normally, when one switch is open, the other switch is closed. If both switches are closed or open at the same time, code P254F will be stored and the engine will be prohibited from starting.