P2A97

Alternative Fuel Tank Select Valve B Control Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Problems with switching between fuel tanks
Unstable engine operation
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption

Causes

Open or short circuit in valve control circuit
Fuel tank selection solenoid valve malfunction
Problems with the relay or circuit fuse
Engine control unit malfunction
Oxidation of contacts in circuit connectors

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring and connectors of the control circuit
Check the resistance and operation of the solenoid valve
Check voltage on control circuit
Replace faulty valve if necessary
Check and replace fuses and relays if necessary

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