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PowertrainP0DAB

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Hybrid/EV battery cell balancing performance

9 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · 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 9

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0DABNo description available Powertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0DABNo description available Powertrain
EOBDP0DABHybrid/EV battericellebalancering ydelse BrandPowertrain
HondaP0DABNo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP0DABNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0DABNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP0DABNo description available Powertrain
SubaruP0DABNo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP0DABHybrid/EV battery cell balancing performance 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 P0DAB and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP0DAB00Hybrid/EV Battery Cell Balancing Performance BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0DAB62The equalization of the cell voltages has a malfunction. The signal comparison is faulty. BrandPowertrain

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