C3497

C3497 Ford engine fault code diagnosis, code meaning,symptoms and how to fix it.

C3497 Diagnosis

The output circuits that are powered by VBAT3 will all be inoperative. Other fault codes may be present, but troubleshoot for this first. The fuse in the main PDM powering this circuit may be open.Determine if the extra switch is not required for the vehicle or if the switch has been installed but the necessary reference parameter has not been programmed into the BHM.

The BHM measures the current on this circuit when the starter output is commanded ON. This fault indicates the magnetic switch or the wiring between the BHM and the magnetic switch is open circuit.

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How To Fix Ford C3497 Trouble Code ?

Which Ford cars have the code C3497?

  • C3497 Ford Aerostar
  • C3497 Ford Bronco
  • C3497 Ford C-Max
  • C3497 Ford C-Max Energi
  • C3497 Ford C-Max Hybrid
  • C3497 Ford Contour
  • C3497 Ford Crown Victoria
  • C3497 Ford EcoSport
  • C3497 Ford Econoline
  • C3497 Ford Edge
  • C3497 Ford Escape
  • C3497 Ford Escape Hybrid
  • C3497 Ford Escort
  • C3497 Ford Everest
  • C3497 Ford Excursion
  • C3497 Ford Expedition
  • C3497 Ford Explorer
  • C3497 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  • C3497 Ford F-150
  • C3497 Ford F-250
  • C3497 Ford F-350
  • C3497 Ford Fiesta
  • C3497 Ford Flex
  • C3497 Ford Focus
  • C3497 Ford Focus Electric
  • C3497 Ford Freestar
  • C3497 Ford Freestyle
  • C3497 Ford Fusion
  • C3497 Ford Fusion Energi
  • C3497 Ford Fusion Hybrid
  • C3497 Ford Fusion Plug-In Hybrid
  • C3497 Ford GT
  • C3497 Ford Mustang
  • C3497 Ford Mustang Mach-E
  • C3497 Ford Mystique
  • C3497 Ford Probe
  • C3497 Ford Ranger
  • C3497 Ford Taurus
  • C3497 Ford Taurus X
  • C3497 Ford Tempo
  • C3497 Ford Thunderbird
  • C3497 Ford Transit
  • C3497 Ford Transit Connect
  • C3497 Ford Windstar

A code is a fault code and it indicates that something has gone wrong with your car's engine.

It can be caused by many different problems, including a faulty battery, a bad fuel pump, or even a cracked exhaust manifold.

You will need to diagnose the problem before you can fix it. The best way to do this is with an OBD scanner tool.

A scan tool will tell you what needs fixing and how much it will cost in order to fix that particular issue.