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PowertrainP1E42

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

14V power module Hybrid/EV battery system voltage high voltage

11 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

Safety: This code relates to the charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall.

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

The electrical system may fail and the battery may go flat, risking a stall. If the battery or charging warning light is on, drive straight to a workshop.

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 11

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP1E42No description available Powertrain
EOBDP1E42Litar sensor suhu bateri (1) BrandPowertrain
GMP1E42No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1E4214V Power Module Hybrid/EV Battery System Voltage High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP1E42No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1E42BATT.TEMP sensor circuit(1) BrandPowertrain
OpelP1E42No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1E42No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1E42BATT.TEMP sensor circuit(1) BrandPowertrain
SaabP1E42No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1E4214V power module Hybrid/EV battery system voltage high 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.

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