OBD Guide

P084F

Park/Neutral Switch Output Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Problems starting the engine (the starter does not work)
  • Incorrect display of selector position on the instrument panel
  • Transmission does not shift properly
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • The car may not come out of parking mode

Causes

  • Faulty P/N position switch
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Oxidized or damaged contacts in connectors
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition and operation of the P/N switch
  2. Check the integrity of the circuit and connection
  3. Clean connector contacts
  4. Check resistance and sensor signals
  5. If necessary, replace the P/N switch

Related codes

Error P084F by Vehicle Brand