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PowertrainP301A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Hybrid/EV Battery DC Charging Negative Contactor Control Circuit High Voltage

13 brands affected · Description from Holden 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 13

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP301ANo description available Powertrain
GMP301ANo description available Powertrain
HoldenP301AHybrid/EV Battery DC Charging Negative Contactor Control Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP301ANo description available Powertrain
MazdaP301ANo description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP301AEach Cell VOLT. difference BrandPowertrain
OpelP301ANo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP301ANo description available Powertrain
ProtonP301AEach Cell VOLT. difference BrandPowertrain
SaabP301ANo description available Powertrain
SuzukiP301ANo description available Powertrain
TataP301ATCU Crank Enable Signal Mismatch BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP301ANo description available Powertrain

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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