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PowertrainP1B17

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Hybrid/EV battery 27 circuit low voltage

15 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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1B17No description available Powertrain
BYDP1B17Throttle signal fault - signal 1 fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1B17Current sensor fault BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1B17No description available Powertrain
EOBDP1B17Drivbatteri BrandPowertrain
GMP1B17No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1B17Hybrid/EV Battery 27 Circuit Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1B17EV-ECU fail 4 BrandPowertrain
OpelP1B17No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1B17No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1B17EV-ECU fail 4 BrandPowertrain
SaabP1B17No description available Powertrain
MG (SAIC)P1B17Cooling Fan Relay Control Circuit Open BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1B17Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Cell Initial Open Circuit Voltage High/Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1B17Hybrid/EV battery 27 circuit low voltage 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1B17 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1B1700The overload protection of switch 'Precharging' of the high-voltage battery is active. BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1B1700Address 51, DTC memory entries P056300 BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1B1701Precharge energy overload BrandPowertrain

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