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PowertrainP0C79

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Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High

27 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
BYDP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
CheryP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
DFFSP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0C79Drevmotor 'A' inverter-spænding for høj BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
GMP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
HondaP0C79Traction Motor Inverter Overvoltage BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0C79Motor drive voltage high BrandPowertrain
OpelP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0C79Motor drive voltage high BrandPowertrain
SaabP0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0C79Drive Motor 'A' Inverter Voltage Too High BrandPowertrain
SubaruP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
SuzukiP0C79Drive Motor A Inverter Voltage Too High SAEPowertrain
ToyotaP0C79Drive motor 'A' inverter voltage too high 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.

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