DTC P0A78-128: Drive Motor "A" Inverter Performance: Procedure
- CHECK DTC OUTPUT (HV)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the power switch on (IG).
- Select the following menu items: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Trouble Codes.
- Check if DTCs are output.
Result
Result Proceed to P3246-202 is not output. A P3246-202 is output. B
B → See step 27
A: Go to next step
- CHECK DTC OUTPUT (HV)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the power switch on (IG).
- Select the following menu items: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Trouble Codes.
- Check if DTCs are output.
Result
Result Proceed to P0A78-128 only is output. A Any of the following DTCs are also output. B DTC No. Relevant Diagnosis P0A1A (all INF codes) *1 Generator Control Module P0A1B (all INF codes) *1 Drive Motor "A" Control Module P0A1D (all INF codes) *1 Hybrid Powertrain Control Module P0A3F-243 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit P0A40-500 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit Range / Performance P0A41-245 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit Low P0A4B-253 Generator Position Sensor Circuit P0A4C-513 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Range / Performance P0A4D-255 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Low P0A60 (all INF codes) *1 Drive Motor "A" Phase V Current P0A63 (all INF codes) *1 Drive Motor "A" Phase W Current P0A72 (all INF codes) *1 Generator Phase V Current P0A75 (all INF codes) *1 Generator Phase W Current P0A78-266, 267, 279, 287, 306, 503, 504, 505, 506, 586, 806, 807, 808 Drive Motor "A" Inverter Performance P0A7A-325, 344, 517, 518, 809, 810, 811 Generator Inverter Performance P0A90-509 Drive Motor "A" Performance P0A92-521 Hybrid Generator Performance P0A94-442, 547, 548, 549, 554, 555, 556, 585, 587, 589, 590 DC / DC Converter Performance P0ADB-227 Hybrid Battery Positive Contactor Control Circuit Low P0ADC-226 Hybrid Battery Positive Contactor Control Circuit High P0ADF-229 Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low P0AE0-228 Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit High P0C76-523 Hybrid Battery System Discharge Time Too Long P3004-803 High Voltage Power Resource HINT:
- *1: If any INF codes are output for this DTC, refer to the corresponding diagnostic flowchart.
- P0A78-128 may be set due to a malfunction which also causes DTCs in the preceding table to be set. In this case, first troubleshoot the output DTCs in the preceding table. Then, perform a test to attempt to reproduce the problems, and check that no DTCs are output.
B → See step 22
A: Go to next step
- CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR) NOTE:
Before disconnecting the connector, confirm that it is properly connected by checking that the locking claws are engaged and that the connector cannot be pulled out.
- Check the connection of the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly.
OK
The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.
HINT:
When connecting the connector, insert it with the locking lever in the raised position. Rotate the lever downward and make sure that the connector is pulled into its socket. When the locking lever is in its fully closed position, a click will be heard as its locking claws engage. After the click is heard, pull up on the connector to confirm that it is properly connected.
NG → CONNECT SECURELY
OK: Go to next step
- Check the connection of the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly.
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - GENERATOR RESOLVER) WARNING:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
- Turn the power switch off.
- Remove the service plug grip. Refer to PRECAUTION
.NOTE:
After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY) unless instructed by the repair information because this may cause a malfunction.
- Disconnect the low voltage connector from the inverter with converter assembly.
- Turn the power switch on (IG).
- Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard voltage
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-20 (GRF) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-9 (GRFG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-18 (GSN) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-7 (GSNG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-17 (GCS) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-6 (GCSG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V NOTE:Turning the power switch on (IG) with the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly disconnected causes other DTCs to be stored. Clear the DTCs after performing this inspection.
NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK: Go to next step
- CHECK GENERATOR RESOLVER
- Turn the power switch off.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard resistance (Check for open)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-20 (GRF) - A77-9 (GRFG) Power switch off 4.2 to 12.5 Ω A77-18 (GSN) - A77-7 (GSNG) Power switch off 9.8 to 20.1 Ω A77-17 (GCS) - A77-6 (GCSG) Power switch off 9.8 to 20.1 Ω Standard resistance (Check for short)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-20 (GRF) or A77-9 (GRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-18 (GSN) or A77-7 (GSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-17 (GCS) or A77-6 (GCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher
NG → See step 14
OK: Go to next step
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - MOTOR RESOLVER)
- Turn the power switch on (IG).
- Disconnect the low voltage connector from the inverter with converter assembly.
- Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard voltage
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-40 (MRF) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-29 (MRFG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-39 (MSN) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-28 (MSNG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-38 (MCS) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V A77-27 (MCSG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V NOTE:Turning the power switch on (IG) with the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly disconnected causes other DTCs to be stored. Clear the DTCs after performing this inspection.
NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK: Go to next step
- CHECK MOTOR RESOLVER
- Turn the power switch off.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard resistance (Check for open)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-40 (MRF) - A77-29 (MRFG) Power switch off 4.5 to 16.8 Ω A77-39 (MSN) - A77-28 (MSNG) Power switch off 9.3 to 27.8 Ω A77-38 (MCS) - A77-27 (MCSG) Power switch off 12.4 to 30.7 Ω Standard resistance (Check for short)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-40 (MRF) or A77-29 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-39 (MSN) or A77-28 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-38 (MCS) or A77-27 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher
NG → See step 16
OK: Go to next step
- CHECK INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY (GENERATOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION) WARNING:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
- Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
- Remove the inverter terminal cover from the inverter with converter assembly. Refer to REMOVAL
.NOTE:
Lift the inverter terminal cover horizontally so that it does not tilt. Failure to do so may break the inverter cover guide pins.
- Check that the bolts for the generator cable are tightened to the specified torque, the generator cable is connected securely, and there are no contact problems.
Specified Condition
T=8.0 N*m {82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf}
NOTE:Make sure that the tightening torque of the bolts is between 6.4 and 9.6 N*m (65 and 98 kgf*cm, 57 and 85 in.*lbf).
- Check for arc marks at the bolts for the generator cable.
Result
Result Proceed to The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are no arc marks. A The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are arc marks. B The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are no arc marks. C The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are arc marks. B
C → CONNECT SECURELY
B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS
A: Go to next step
- CHECK INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY (MOTOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION) WARNING:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
- Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
- Check that the bolts for the motor cable are tightened to the specified torque, the motor cable is connected securely, and there are no contact problems.
Specified Condition
T=8.0 N*m {82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf}
NOTE:Make sure that the tightening torque of the bolts is between 6.4 and 9.6 N*m (65 and 98 kgf*cm, 57 and 85 in.*lbf).
- Check for arc marks at the bolts for the motor cable.
Result
Result Proceed to The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are no arc marks. A The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are arc marks. B The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are no arc marks. C The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are arc marks. B
C → CONNECT SECURELY
B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS
A: Go to next step
- CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY (MG1) WARNING:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
- Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
- Disconnect the generator cable and motor cable from the inverter with converter assembly.
HINT:
For the removal and installation procedures related to the generator cable and motor cable. Refer to COMPONENTS .
- Check MG1 for an interphase short using a milliohmmeter.
- Using a milliohmmeter, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
HINT:
If the MG1 temperature is high, the resistance will vary greatly from the specification. Therefore, measure the resistance at least 8 hours after the vehicle is stopped.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition U - V Power switch off 32.4 to 35.8 mΩ V - W Power switch off 31.3 to 34.6 mΩ W - U Power switch off 31.4 to 34.7 mΩ HINT:
- To correct the variation of the measured resistance due to temperature, use the following formula to calculate the resistance at 68° F (20°C).
- R20 = Rt / {1 + 0.00393 X (T - 20)}
- The calculation is based on the following:
- R20: Resistance at 68° F (20°C) (mΩ)
- Rt: Measured resistance (mΩ)
- T: Temperature when the resistance is measured (°C)
- To correct the variation of the measured resistance due to temperature, use the following formula to calculate the resistance at 68° F (20°C).
- Using a milliohmmeter, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
- Using a megohmmeter set to 500 V, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.NOTE:
Be sure to set the megohmmeter to 500 V when performing this test. Using a setting higher than 500 V can result in damage to the component being inspected.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition U - Body ground and shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher V - Body ground and shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher W - Body ground and shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher
NG → See step 18
OK: Go to next step
- CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY (MG2) WARNING:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
- Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
- Disconnect the generator cable and motor cable from the inverter with converter assembly.
HINT:
For the removal and installation procedures related to the generator cable and motor cable. Refer to COMPONENTS .
- Check MG2 for an interphase short using a milliohmmeter.
- Using a milliohmmeter, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
HINT:
If the MG2 temperature is high, the resistance will vary greatly from the specification. Therefore, measure the resistance at least 8 hours after the vehicle is stopped.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition U - V Power switch off 46.9 to 51.8 mΩ V - W Power switch off 47.1 to 52.1 mΩ W - U Power switch off 46.8 to 51.8 mΩ HINT:
- To correct the variation of the measured resistance due to temperature, use the following formula to calculate the resistance at 68° F (20°C).
- R20 = Rt / {1 + 0.00393 X (T - 20)}
- The calculation is based on the following:
- R20: Resistance at 68° F (20°C) (mΩ)
- Rt: Measured resistance (mΩ)
- T: Temperature when the resistance is measured (°C)
- To correct the variation of the measured resistance due to temperature, use the following formula to calculate the resistance at 68° F (20°C).
- Using a milliohmmeter, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
- Using a megohmmeter set to 500 V, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.NOTE:
Be sure to set the megohmmeter to 500 V when performing this test. Using a setting higher than 500 V can result in damage to the component being inspected.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition U - Body ground and shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher V - Body ground and shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher W - Body ground and shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher
NG → See step 20
OK: Go to next step
- CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (GENERATOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)
- Check the connection of the generator resolver connector.
OK
The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.
NG → CONNECT SECURELY
OK: Go to next step
- Check the connection of the generator resolver connector.
- CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)
- Check the connection of the motor resolver connector.
OK
The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.
NG → CONNECT SECURELY
OK → See step 24
- Check the connection of the motor resolver connector.
- CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (GENERATOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)
- Check the connection of the generator resolver connector.
OK
The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.
NG → CONNECT SECURELY
OK: Go to next step
- Check the connection of the generator resolver connector.
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY (MG ECU) - GENERATOR RESOLVER)
- Disconnect the generator resolver connector.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.Fig 10: Checking Harness And Connector (Inverter With Converter Assembly (MG ECU) -- Generator Resolver)
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Standard resistance (Check for open)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-20 (GRF) - E59-1 (GRF) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-9 (GRFG) - E59-5 (GRFG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-18 (GSN) - E59-2 (GSN) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-7 (GSNG) - E59-6 (GSNG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-17 (GCS) - E59-3 (GCS) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-6 (GCSG) - E59-7 (GCSG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω Standard resistance (Check for short)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-20 (GRF) or E59-1 (GRF) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-9 (GRFG) or E59-5 (GRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-18 (GSN) or E59-2 (GSN) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-7 (GSNG) or E59-6 (GSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-17 (GCS) or E59-3 (GCS) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-6 (GCSG) or E59-7 (GCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher HINT:
The generator resolver is not available separately. If it requires replacement, replace the hybrid vehicle transmission assembly.
NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK → See step 23
- CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)
- Check the connection of the motor resolver connector.
OK
The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.
NG → CONNECT SECURELY
OK: Go to next step
- Check the connection of the motor resolver connector.
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY (MG ECU) - MOTOR RESOLVER)
- Disconnect the motor resolver connector.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.Fig 11: Checking Harness And Connector (Inverter With Converter Assembly (MG ECU) -- Motor Resolver)
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Standard resistance (Check for open)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-40 (MRF) - E60-1 (MRF) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-29 (MRFG) - E60-5 (MRFG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-39 (MSN) - E60-2 (MSN) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-28 (MSNG) - E60-6 (MSNG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-38 (MCS) - E60-3 (MCS) Power switch off Below 1 Ω A77-27 (MCSG) - E60-7 (MCSG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω Standard resistance (Check for short)
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition A77-40 (MRF) or E60-1 (MRF) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-29 (MRFG) or E60-5 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-39 (MSN) or E60-2 (MSN) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-28 (MSNG) or E60-6 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-38 (MCS) or E60-3 (MCS) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher A77-27 (MCSG) or E60-7 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher HINT:
The motor resolver is not available separately. If it requires replacement, replace the hybrid vehicle transmission assembly.
NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK → See step 23
- CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY (GENERATOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION)
- Remove the hybrid vehicle transmission assembly. Refer to COMPONENTS .
- Check that the bolts for the generator cable are tightened to the specified torque, the generator cable is connected securely, and there are no contact problems.
Specified Condition
T=8.0 N*m {82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf}
NOTE:Make sure that the tightening torque of the bolts is between 6.4 and 9.6 N*m (65 and 98 kgf*cm, 57 and 85 in.*lbf).
- Check for arc marks at the bolts for the generator cable.
Result
Result Proceed to The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are no arc marks. A The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are arc marks. B The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are no arc marks. C The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are arc marks. B
C → CONNECT SECURELY
B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS
A: Go to next step
- CHECK GENERATOR CABLE
- Remove the generator cable from the hybrid vehicle transmission assembly. Refer to COMPONENTS .
- Using a megohmmeter set to 500 V, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
NOTE:
Be sure to set the megohmmeter to 500 V when performing this test. Using a setting higher than 500 V can result in damage to the component being inspected.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition U - Shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher V - Shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher W - Shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher U - V Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher V - W Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher W - U Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher - Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition U - U Power switch off 1 Ω or less V - V Power switch off 1 Ω or less W - W Power switch off 1 Ω or less
NG → See step 25
OK → See step 23
- CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY (MOTOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION)
- Remove the hybrid vehicle transmission assembly. Refer to COMPONENTS .
- Check that the bolts for the motor cable are tightened to the specified torque, the motor cable is connected securely, and there are no contact problems.
Specified Condition
T=8.0 N*m {82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf}
NOTE:Make sure that the tightening torque of the bolts is between 6.4 and 9.6 N*m (65 and 98 kgf*cm, 57 and 85 in.*lbf).
- Check for arc marks at the bolts for the motor cable.
Result
OK Proceed to The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are no arc marks. A The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are arc marks. B The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are no arc marks. C The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are arc marks. B
C → CONNECT SECURELY
B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS
A: Go to next step
- CHECK MOTOR CABLE
- Remove the motor cable from the hybrid vehicle transmission assembly. Refer to COMPONENTS .
- Using a megohmmeter set to 500 V, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
NOTE:
Be sure to set the megohmmeter to 500 V when performing this test. Using a setting higher than 500 V can result in damage to the component being inspected.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition U - Shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher V - Shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher W - Shielded wire ground Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher U - V Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher V - W Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher W - U Power switch off 100 MΩ or higher - Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard resistance
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition U - U Power switch off 1 Ω or less V - V Power switch off 1 Ω or less W - W Power switch off 1 Ω or less
NG → See step 26
OK → See step 23
- GO TO DTC CHART. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
- REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY. Refer to COMPONENTS
- REPLACE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY. Refer to COMPONENTS
- REPLACE GENERATOR CABLE. Refer to COMPONENTS
- REPLACE MOTOR CABLE. Refer to COMPONENTS
- GO TO OUTPUT DTC. Refer to DTC P3246-202: Short in Drive Motor "A" Inverter Circuit