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PowertrainP0ADF

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Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low

29 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 29

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
BYDP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0ADFHybrid/EV-batteri negativ kontaktorkontrolkreds lav BrandPowertrain
FordP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
GeelyP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
GMP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
MazdaP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
MitsubishiP0ADFMain contactor N circuit low BrandPowertrain
OpelP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0ADFMain contactor N circuit low BrandPowertrain
SaabP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0ADFNegative Relay Low Side Drive Failed Low BrandPowertrain
SubaruP0ADFHybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
ToyotaP0ADFHybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0ADF and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP0ADF00Actuation of contact 'Negative terminal' of the contactor in the high-voltage battery has a short circuit to ground. BrandPowertrain

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