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PowertrainP0AA4

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Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed

31 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 31

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
BYDP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
CheryP0AA4Battery voltage low BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP0AA4Negative contactor is welded BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP0AA4SMRG actuator stuck closed BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0AA4Hybrid/EV batteri negativ kontaktorkreds fastlÄst lukket BrandPowertrain
FordP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
GMP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
HondaP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
MitsubishiP0AA4Main contactor N weld BrandPowertrain
OpelP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP0AA4SMRG actuator stuck closed BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0AA4Main contactor N weld BrandPowertrain
SaabP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain
SubaruP0AA4Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed SAEPowertrain
ToyotaP0AA4Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Circuit Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0AA4 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
PorscheP0AA400Displaycode BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0AA49FThe contact 'Negative terminal' of contactor A in the high-voltage battery is jammed closed. The switch is jammed closed. BrandPowertrain

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