Engine-Codes - Toyota - P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander

P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander Code - Starter Relay Circuit High

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 2/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch harness is open or shorted
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
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How to Fix the DTC P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Engine may not start

What Does the P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander Code Mean?

While the engine is being cranked, the positive battery voltage is applied to terminal Starter Control (STA) of the Engine Control Module (ECM). If the ECM detects the Starter Control signal while the vehicle is being driven, it determines that there is a malfunction in the STA circuit. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).

P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander Code - Starter Relay Circuit High

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