B0005 - In Park Switch Circuit Malfunction
B0005 is a code that tells you there is something wrong with the park brake switch. The park brake switch is used to stop your car from rolling away when you park it.
The park brake switch is usually located on the center console or under the dashboard. When you pull the park brake lever, the switch closes and tells the computer in your car (PCM) that the park brake is on. The PCM then stops the engine from starting and the transmission from shifting out of park.
If the PCM does not get this signal, it will set B0005. This code can be because of:
- A bad park brake switch
- A bad wire or connector for the park brake switch
- A bad PCM
DTC codes related to B0005 - In Park Switch Circuit Malfunction
- P0571 Brake Switch/Stoplight Switch A Circuit Malfunction
- P0835 Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Input Circuit Malfunction
- P0836 Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch Circuit High
- P0837 Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch Circuit Low
Some signs that you have B0005 are:
- Your check engine light is on
- Your car may not start
- Your car may not shift out of park
- Your brake lights may not come on when you pull the park brake lever
To fix B0005, you need to do these steps:
- Check the park brake switch for any damage or wear. This switch is a small button that moves when you pull the park brake lever. You can use a scan tool to test if it is working properly. If it is not, you need to replace it.
- Check the wire or connector for the park brake switch for any damage or corrosion. This wire or connector connects the switch to the PCM. You can use a multimeter to check if there is any damage or corrosion. If there is, you need to fix or replace it.
- Check the PCM for any damage or corrosion. The PCM is the main computer that controls your engine and transmission. It is usually located under the hood or under the dashboard. You can use a scan tool to test if it is working properly. If it is not, you need to replace it.
The cost to fix B0005 depends on what is causing it. If the park brake switch is bad, it may cost around $50-$100 to replace it. If there is a problem with the wire or connector, it may cost around $100-$200 to fix it. If the PCM is bad, it may cost around $500-$1000 to replace it.
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