P0817
Starter Disable Circuit
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0817 means
- The fault code P0817 indicates that there is an issue with the starter disable circuit, which is responsible for preventing the engine from starting under certain conditions. This may result in the engine failing to start or starting and then immediately stalling.
Possible symptoms
- Engine fails to start
- Engine starts but immediately stalls
- Illuminated security light (if equipped)
- No crank or click when turning the ignition key
Possible causes
- Faulty starter disable relay
- Blown fuse in the starter disable circuit
- Faulty wiring or connections in the circuit
- Failed engine control module (ECM)
Related parts
- Starter Circuit: Start circuit gives current to start the engine. Problems lead to car not starting on turning key on
Possible solutions
- Replace the starter disable relay
- Replace any blown fuses in the starter disable circuit
- Check and repair any damaged wiring or connections
- Replace the engine control module (ECM) if necessary
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