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P1B14 Jeep Code - Park By Wire Unintended Park Position

Quick Answer

The purpose of the diagnostic is to detect an engaged park pawl when the Shifter is in the DRIVE, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE position. Common causes include Faulty Park Release Solenoid, Faulty Park Hold Solenoid, Park Hold Solenoid 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: P1B14 Jeep indicates Park By Wire Unintended Park Position.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Park Release Solenoid, Faulty Park Hold Solenoid, Park Hold Solenoid 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.

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Code Popularity 16,307

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Mar 12, 2020

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Code P1B14 Jeep Description

The purpose of the diagnostic is to detect an engaged park pawl when the Shifter is in the DRIVE, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE position.

OBDII Code P1B14 Jeep - Park By Wire Unintended Park Position - AutoCodes.com — P1B14 Jeep Code - Park By Wire Unintended Park Position

What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1B14 Jeep?

Faulty Park Release Solenoid
Faulty Park Hold Solenoid
Park Hold Solenoid harness is open or shorted
Park Hold Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Transmission Control Module (TCM)

How to Fix the DTC P1B14 Jeep?

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 does this mean?

Code Tech Notes

Sometimes this code sets when the user is trying to park but the vehicle is still moving. Before replacing any parts, try clearing the code first. If the problem continues contact your local dealer.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P1B14 Jeep 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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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.