P0850 Nissan Code - Park/Neutral Switch
Quick Answer
When the shift position is P or N, Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch is turned ON. Common causes include Misadjusted Park/Neutral Switch, Faulty Park/Neutral Switch, Park/Neutral Switch harness is open or shorted. 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
- P0850 Nissan indicates Park/Neutral Switch.
- Common causes
- Common causes include Misadjusted Park/Neutral Switch, Faulty Park/Neutral Switch, Park/Neutral Switch harness is open or shorted.
- 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.
Code P0850 Nissan Description
The Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch assembly also indicates a transmission range switch to detect shift lever position.
What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0850 Nissan?
- Misadjusted Park/Neutral Switch
- Faulty Park/Neutral Switch
- Park/Neutral Switch harness is open or shorted
- Park/Neutral Switch circuit poor electrical connection
How to Fix the DTC P0850 Nissan?
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 P0850 Nissan 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 Nissan Models
- P0850 2006 Nissan Altima Sedan — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2008 Nissan Altima Sedan — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2009 Nissan Altima Sedan — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2010 Nissan Altima Sedan — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2011 Nissan Altima Sedan — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2012 Nissan Altima Sedan — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2006 Nissan Maxima — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2007 Nissan Maxima — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2008 Nissan Maxima — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2005 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2006 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2007 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2008 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2009 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2010 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2011 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2012 Nissan Pathfinder — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2008 Nissan Rogue — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2009 Nissan Rogue — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2010 Nissan Rogue — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2011 Nissan Rogue — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2012 Nissan Rogue — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2013 Nissan Rogue — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2007 Nissan Sentra — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2008 Nissan Sentra — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2009 Nissan Sentra — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2010 Nissan Sentra — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2011 Nissan Sentra — Park/Neutral Switch
- P0850 2012 Nissan Sentra — Park/Neutral Switch
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