Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch and Circuits: Notes

The PTO circuit is used by the PCM to disable some of the OBD Monitors during PTO operation. The PTO switch is normally open. When the PTO unit is activated, the PTO switch is closed and battery voltage is supplied to the PTO input circuit. This indicates to the PCM that an additional load is being applied to the engine.

When the PTO unit is activated, the PCM disables some OBD monitors, which may not function reliably during PTO operation. Without the PTO circuit information to the PCM, false diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) may be set during PTO operation. Prior to an Inspection/Maintenance test, the vehicle will have to be operated with the PTO disengaged long enough to successfully complete the OBD Monitors.