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PowertrainP1A3C

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Traction battery single cell temperature generally too low

10 brands affected · Description from BYD data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the battery temperature. A hot or poorly cooled battery can lose power, and a damaged battery carries a fire risk.

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

Watch for a battery temperature warning. If the warning is on, stop safely and let the battery cool; do not charge a hot battery and have it checked.

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 10

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP1A3CTraction battery single cell temperature generally too low BrandPowertrain
CheryP1A3CMotor phase loss warning BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1A3CPower module high temperature power limit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1A3CVLC controller motor overload BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1A3COBC: Sisendpinge BrandPowertrain
HondaP1A3CNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1A3CNo description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1A3COBC: Input voltage BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1A3COBC: Input voltage BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1A3CTilt Sensor Learn Incomplete 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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