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P0850 Engine Trouble Code

Theoretically you can drive for a few weeks or even months with a broken MAF sensor. You will notice a decrease in gas mileage and over time the car will eventually start stalling a lot. At a shop, the replacement cost is between $200-$300 depending on the car, but that's usually the cost of parts because the labor is relatively simple.

P0850 Code Meaning :

P 0 8 5 0
OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code For Engine Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Low Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
 Engine

When you check car engine light came on code P0850 the reason should be Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light). However manufacturer may have a different definition for the P0850 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code. So you should chech it on our car models.

P0850 Fault Symptoms :

  1. Check engine light comes on
  2. Engine stalling or misfiring
  3. Engine performance issues
  4. Car not starting
If one of these reasons for P0850 code is occuring now you should check P0850 repair processes.
Now don't ask yourself; What should you do with P0850 code ?
The solution is here :

P0850 Possible Solution :

Disconnected, dirty or fouled spark plugs are common causes for engines that won't start. Spark plugs typically need to be replaced every season or 25 hours of use. You should also check that the spark plug gap is set properly. If your spark plugs look good, problems with your ignition system can also preventing a spark. These can range from a faulty spark plug lead, shorted kill switch or flywheel key damage.

P0850 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code Description

P0850 OBD-II Trouble Code When the shift position is P or N, park/neutral position (PNP) switch is turned ON. The Engine Control Module ( P0850 code.

Reason For P0850 Code

The reason of P0850 OBD-II Engine Trouble Code is Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction.

Parts or components should not be replaced with reference to only a P0850 DTC. The vehicle service manual should be consulted for more information on possible causes of the fault, along with required testing.