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P0617 Toyota Code - Starter Relay Circuit High

Quick Answer

While the engine is being cranked, the positive battery voltage is applied to the terminal Starter Control (STA) of the Engine Control Module (ECM). Common causes include Faulty Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch, Park/Neutral Position Switch harness is open or shorted, Park/Neutral Position Switch circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P0617 Toyota indicates Starter Relay Circuit High.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch, Park/Neutral Position Switch harness is open or shorted, Park/Neutral Position Switch circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 16,830

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Sep 05, 2022

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Code P0617 Toyota Description

While the engine is being cranked, the positive battery voltage is applied to the 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).

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0617 Toyota?

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)

How to Fix the DTC P0617 Toyota?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0617 Toyota code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Information for Specific Toyota Models

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P0617 2009 Toyota Camry — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2010 Toyota Camry — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2011 Toyota Camry — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2001 Toyota Highlander — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2002 Toyota Highlander — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2003 Toyota Highlander — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2004 Toyota Highlander — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2005 Toyota Highlander — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2006 Toyota Highlander — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2007 Toyota Highlander — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2013 Toyota RAV4 — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2014 Toyota RAV4 — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2015 Toyota RAV4 — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2016 Toyota RAV4 — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2017 Toyota RAV4 — Starter Relay Circuit High
P0617 2018 Toyota RAV4 — Starter Relay Circuit High

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