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PowertrainP1EC3

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Heater Transistor Control Circuit

11 brands affected · Description from GM 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 11

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP1EC3Low pressure side undervoltage during pressure reduction BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1EC3Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Heater Transistor Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1EC3Kewajaran sensor suhu bateri BrandPowertrain
GMP1EC3Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Heater Transistor Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1EC3Hybrid/EV Battery Current Sensor 1+2 Malfunction BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1EC3BATT.TEMP sensor rationality BrandPowertrain
OpelP1EC3Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Heater Transistor Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1EC3Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Heater Transistor Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1EC3BATT.TEMP sensor rationality BrandPowertrain
SaabP1EC3Hybrid/EV battery pack heater transistor control circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1EC3Current Sensor Module (CMU) 09 Failed Hardware 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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