OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P25B8 Auxiliary Ignition Switch On/Start Position Circuit Low
Auxiliary ignition switch On/Start input reads stuck low — short to ground or stuck-closed contact. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.
Is it safe to drive with P25B8?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyWire shorted to ground
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
- Less likelyHarness chafing through insulation
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Auxiliary Ignition Switch, Wiring Harness
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.