CAR OBD CODES

P0617 OBD Code Definition:
P0617 Starter Relay Circuit Short Circuit
P0617 OBD Code Description:

OBD2 Code P0617 Definition:
While the engine is being cranked, the battery positive voltage is applied to starter terminal of the ECM. Symptoms

Possible sumptoms of P0617
– Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) – Engine may not start Possible Causes

Possible causes of P0617
– Short in Park and Neutral Position (PNP) switch assembly circuit – Park and Neutral Position (PNP) switch assembly – Ignition switch – ECM The Error code is generally activated on detection of the following conditions: If the vehicle is being driven and the ECM detects the starter control signal (STA), the ECM concludes that the starter control circuit is malfunctioning. The ECM will turn on the MIL and will set a DTC. Possible Solutions

Note: The information on the P0617 error code is purely informative, if you need more useful information, please consult your technician.