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PowertrainP1B09

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Battery management system (BMS) failure (Level 1)

17 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 17

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP1B09Open cover protection BrandPowertrain
CheryP1B09CC abnormal BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1B09No description available Powertrain
DFFSP1B09Battery management system (BMS) failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1B09EPS fault: level 4 BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1B09Lukitusanturi BrandPowertrain
GMP1B09No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1B09Drive Motor 1 Control Module System Voltage Performance BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1B09No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1B09MCU CAN timeout/Not equipped BrandPowertrain
OpelP1B09No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1B09No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1B09MCU CAN timeout/Not equipped BrandPowertrain
SaabP1B09No description available Powertrain
MG (SAIC)P1B09Charger Negative Temperature Sensor Circuit Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1B09Hybrid Battery State of Cell Temperature high Error BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1B09Battery management system (BMS) failure (Level 1) 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 P1B09 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1B0973Contact 'Positive pole' of the contactor in control unit 'DC safety system' has a malfunction. Actuator Stuck Closed BrandPowertrain

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