OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

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Body generic / SAE

P254F

Engine Hood Switch Circuit

General electrical fault on the engine hood (bonnet) switch circuit. The hood switch tells the body controller and (on hybrids) the high-voltage system that the hood is open — used for security, alarm and HV-safety interlock. With the input invalid, alarm logic and HV interlock fall back to a safe state.

SystemBody
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number5 / 4F

Possible causes

  • Open or shorted hood-switch wire high
  • Aged switch with corroded contacts medium

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: easy
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 40–250 €
  • Estimated time: 0.2–1 h
  • Component: hood switch
  • Component: wiring harness

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication