P081B

What it means

Starter disable circuit reads stuck high — short to battery voltage. The disable cannot be asserted, weakening the safety chain.

Is it safe to drive?

The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.

Most likely causes

• Disable wire shorted to battery voltage

  high

  One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

• Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance

  low

  Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

• Supply wire pinched against B+ source

  low

  Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

Related help

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