Engine Oil Level Switch Circuit
Table of contents
P1617 BUICK Possible Causes
- Faulty Engine Oil Level (EOL)
- Engine Oil Level (EOL) harness is open or shorted
- Engine Oil Level (EOL) circuit poor electrical connection
How do I fix code P1617 BUICK?
Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.
Cost of diagnosing the P1617 BUICK code
The cost of diagnosing the P1617 BUICK code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P1617 BUICK Description
With the engine speed over 2000 rpm, throttle position over 5%, VSS input over 3 mph, vehicle in steady state cruise (no lateral acceleration detected), the Powertrain Control module (PCM) detects a low Engine Oil Level (EOL) switch signal (low voltage), and/or no transition of the EOL switch for at least 8 seconds.