P257E OBD-II: Engine Hood Switch Circuit Low
P257E Severity
Will P257E 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 P257E?
The hood switch tells the engine computer if the hood of the vehicle is open or closed. If the switch sends back an implausible signal, P257E is stored.
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OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P257E
OBD-II Code Vehicle will not go over 5 mph is defined as a Engine Hood Switch Circuit Low
The hood switch tells the engine computer if the hood of the vehicle is open or closed. If the switch sends back an implausible signal, P257E is stored.
Vehicle will not go over 5 mph Symptoms
- Vehicle will not go over 5 mph
Common Problems That Trigger the P257E Code
- Hood switch failure
- Wiring issue
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