DTC P1CCC-96: DC/DC Converter Enable Component Internal Failure [10/2022 - ]: Description

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The DC/DC converter converts the DC 259.2 V of the HV battery into DC 12 V in order to supply power to areas such as the vehicle lighting system, audio system and various ECUs. Additionally, it charges the auxiliary battery.

A transistor bridge circuit initially converts DC 259.2 V into alternating current, and a transformer lowers the voltage.

The DC/DC converter controls the output voltage in order to keep a constant voltage at the terminals of the auxiliary battery.

Then, it is rectified and smoothed (into direct current) and converted into DC 12 V.

The motor generator control ECU sends a signal to the DC/DC converter to prohibit its control and receives signals indicating a normal or abnormal condition of the 12 V charging system via the NODD signal line.

If the DC/DC converter malfunctions, the vehicle will become inoperative. Therefore, the motor generator control ECU monitors the operation of the DC/DC converter and detects malfunctions.

This DTC is stored when the DC/DC converter circuit has a malfunction or its operation is prohibited by a fail-safe function, or the auxiliary battery voltage drops to 11 V or less with the ignition switch ON (READY).

If a DC/DC converter malfunction occurs, DC/DC converter malfunction signals are sent from the DC/DC converter to the MG ECU via the NODD signal line.

This DTC may also be stored if a malfunction of the inverter cooling system (blockage, inverter water pump malfunction, etc.) or a high-voltage insulation malfunction occurs.

DTC No.	Detection Item	DTC Detection Condition	Trouble Area	MIL	Warning Indicate	DTC Output from	Priority	Note
P1CCC-96	DC/DC Converter Enable Component Internal Failure	Both of the following conditions are met: The DC/DC converter is malfunctioning and the auxiliary battery voltage is 11 V or less.* The inverter coolant temperature is 70°C or lower for 5 seconds. (1 trip detection logic)	Fusible link block assembly Engine wire Inverter cooling system Cooling fan system Hybrid motor control inverter assembly Motor cable Floor under wire (rear traction motor cable) Hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly Rear traction motor with transaxle assembly	Does not come on	Master Warning: Comes on	Motor Generator	A	SAE Code: P1CCC

HINT:

*: If the DC/DC converter is malfunctioning, its operation and charging will be stopped and the auxiliary battery voltage will drop.