P0852

Park/Neutral Switch Input Circuit High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Problems starting the engine
Unstable operation at idle
Check Engine Light Is On
The car may not start in the 'Parking' or 'Neutral' position
Incorrect display of gear selector position on the instrument panel

Causes

Short circuit to positive in the sensor circuit
Sensor circuit open
Gear selector position sensor malfunction
Wiring harness damage
Problems with contacts in connectors

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring harness
Check connections and contacts in connectors
Check the resistance of the gear selector position sensor
Check the voltage in the sensor circuit
If necessary, replace the gear selector position sensor

Related codes

P0850 P0851 P0853