P097

DTC P097:

Park/Neutral Switch Circuit:

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION:
This diagnostic test is to detect the vehicle transaxle being placed in gear under conditions that may cause damage to the vehicle powertrain or create an unsafe condition. When such a condition exists, Code P097 is set and engine power will be reduced by disabling fuel to individual cylinder.

TEST CONDITION(S):
1. Codes P021 and P022 not set.

FAILURE CONDITION(S):
1. Gear selection from Park or Neutral to Drive or Reverse.
2. Vehicle speed less than 6 mph.
3. Engine speed greater than 2000 RPM.
4. Throttle angle of 20 degrees or greater (if Code P097 is already stored in history, use a throttle angle of 16 degrees or greater).
5. Condition 1 through 4 are valid for 0.3 seconds.

ACTION TAKEN:
1. "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message is displayed on the CCDIC.
2. Turn "ON" the "CHECK INFO CENTER" telltale.
3. PCM will disable fuel to individual cylinders to reduce engine power.