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DTC P0D0E-73: Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Negative Contactor Control Actuator Stuck Closed [08/2023 - ]: Procedure

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  1. CHECK DTC OUTPUT (HYBRID CONTROL, HV BATTERY AND PLUG-IN CONTROL) 

    Pre-procedure1

    1. None.

      Procedure1

    2. Check for DTCs.

      Powertrain > Hybrid Control > Trouble Codes 

      Powertrain > HV Battery > Trouble Codes 

      Powertrain > Plug-in Control > Trouble Codes 

      Result

      Result Proceed to
      P0D0E-73 only is output, or DTCs except the ones in the table below are also output. A
      DTCs of hybrid control system in the tables below are output. B
      DTCs of hybrid batter system in the tables below are output. C
      DTCs of plug-in charge control system in the tables below are output. D
      Malfunction Content System Relevant DTC
      Microcomputer malfunction Hybrid control system P0606-47 Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module Processor Watchdog / Safety MCU Failure
      P0606-87 Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module Processor to Monitoring Processor Missing Message
      P060A-47 Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module Monitoring Processor Watchdog / Safety MCU Failure
      P060A-87 Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module Processor from Monitoring Processor Missing Message
      P1C9E-9F Hybrid/EV System Reset Stuck Off
      Hybrid batter system P060B-16 Hybrid/EV Battery Energy Control Module A/D Processing Circuit Voltage Below Threshold
      P0E2D-00 Hybrid/EV Battery Energy Control Module Hybrid/EV Battery Monitor Performance
      Plug-in charge control system P060B-49 Plug-in Control Module A/D Processing Internal Electronic Failure
      P0E5E-87 Plug-in Control Module Processor from Hybrid/EV Battery Charger Control Module Processor Missing Message
      P1C1F-49 Hybrid/EV Battery Charger Control Module A/D Processing Internal Electronic Failure
      Communication system malfunction Hybrid control system P0A1F-94 Hybrid/EV Battery Energy Control Module Unexpected Operation
      U0111-87 Lost Communication with Hybrid/EV Battery Energy Control Module "A" Missing Message
      U019B-87 Lost Communication with Hybrid/EV Battery Charger Control Module Missing Message
      Plug-in charge control system U1150-87 Lost Communication with Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (Hybrid/EV Battery Local Bus) Missing Message
      Sensor and actuator circuit malfunction Hybrid batter system P0D0A-11 Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Positive Contactor Control Circuit Short to Ground
      P0D0A-15 Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Positive Contactor Control Circuit Short to Auxiliary Battery or Open
      P0D11-11 Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Negative Contactor Control Circuit Short to Ground
      P0D11-15 Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Negative Contactor Control Circuit Short to Auxiliary Battery or Open
      P0E6D-11 Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Precharge Contactor Control Circuit Short to Ground
      P0E6D-15 Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Precharge Contactor Control Circuit Short to Auxiliary Battery or Open
      P1A00-1C Hybrid Battery Stack 2 Cell Voltage Detection Voltage Out of Range
      P1A05-1C Hybrid Battery Stack 3 Cell Voltage Detection Voltage Out of Range
      P1A0A-1C Hybrid Battery Stack 4 Cell Voltage Detection Voltage Out of Range
      P1AFD-1C Flying Capacitor/Internal Control Module Hybrid/EV Battery Monitor Voltage Out of Range
      P301A-1C Hybrid Battery Stack 1 Cell Voltage Detection Voltage Out of Range
      Plug-in charge control system P0D4C-12 Hybrid/EV Battery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Input Voltage Sensor Circuit Short to Auxiliary Battery
      P0D4C-14 Hybrid/EV Battery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Input Voltage Sensor Circuit Short to Ground or Open
      System malfunction Hybrid control system P0B23-1C Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage Sensor Voltage Out of Range
      P0D4C-1C Hybrid/EV Battery Charger Hybrid/EV Battery Input Voltage Sensor Voltage Out of Range
      P0E6A-73 Hybrid/EV Battery Charging System Precharge Contactor Control Actuator Stuck Closed

      HINT: 

      • P0D0E-73 may be output as a result of the malfunction indicated by the DTCs above.
        1. The chart above is listed in inspection order of priority.
        2. Check DTCs that are output at the same time by following the listed order. (The main cause of the malfunction can be determined without performing unnecessary inspections.)

      Post-procedure1

    3. Turn the ignition switch off.

    Result: 

    GO TO DTC CHART (HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM). Refer to  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2023 - 10/2024]  , or refer to  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [10/2024 - ] 

    Result: 

    GO TO DTC CHART (HYBRID BATTERY SYSTEM). Refer to  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2023 - ] 

    Result: 

    GO TO DTC CHART (PLUG-IN CHARGE CONTROL SYSTEM). Refer to  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2023 - ] 

    Result: 

    See step  2

  2. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (BATTERY ECU ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR) 

    See step  3

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  4

    Result: 

    NG 

    See step  3

  3. CONNECT SECURELY 

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  4

  4. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  6

    Result: 

    NG 

    See step  5

  5. CONNECT SECURELY 

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  6

  6. CHECK GROUND WIRE CONNECTION CONDITION (CHR ACTIVATION LOW-VOLTAGE CIRCUIT) 

    See step  7

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  8

    Result: 

    NG 

    See step  7

  7. CONNECT SECURELY 

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  8

  8. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (BATTERY ECU ASSEMBLY - NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    Pre-procedure1

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the appropriate service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the battery ECU assembly connector.
      GTY1204303Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Disconnect the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly connector.
      GTY1205567Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Procedure1

    4. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      o6-6 (CHRG) - o17-3 (CHRG) Ignition switch off Below 1 Ω

      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      o6-6 (CHRG) and o17-3 (CHRG) - Body ground and other terminals Ignition switch off 10 kΩ or higher

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

      Post-procedure1

    5. Reconnect the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly connector.
    6. Reconnect the battery ECU assembly connector.

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  10

    Result: 

    NG 

    See step  9

  9. REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  10

  10. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY - BODY GROUND) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    Pre-procedure1

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the ignition switch to ON, unless instructed by the appropriate service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly connectors.
      GTY1205567Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Procedure1

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      o17-5 (GND8) - Body ground Ignition switch off Below 1 Ω

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

      Post-procedure1

    4. Reconnect the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly connectors.

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  12

    Result: 

    NG 

    See step  11

  11. REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  12

  12. INSPECT NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY (CHRG) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    Pre-procedure1

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the appropriate service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly connectors.
      GTY1205567Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Procedure1

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      GTY1204554Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Component without harness connected
      (No. 2 Traction Battery Device Box Assembly)
      - -

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      o17-3 (CHRG) - o17-5 (GND8) -40 to 80°C (-40 to 176°F) 20.6 to 40.8 Ω

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

      Post-procedure1

    4. Reconnect the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly connectors.

    Result: 

    NG 

    See step  16

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  13

  13. INSPECT ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER ASSEMBLY 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    Pre-procedure1

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the appropriate service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the electric vehicle charger assembly connector.
      GTY1204457Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *A for 3.3 kW Type *B for 6.6 kW Type

      Procedure1

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      GTY1205507Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *A for 3.3 kW Type *B for 6.6 kW Type
      *a Component without harness connected
      (Electric Vehicle Charger Assembly)
      -  

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      1 (DCHB) (Positive (+) probe) - 2 (DCHG) (Negative (-) probe) Ignition switch off Below 700 kΩ
      NOTE:

      Read the resistance after the value has stabilized.

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

      Post-procedure1

    4. Reconnect the electric vehicle charger assembly connector.

    Result: 

    NG 

    See step  17

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  14

  14. CHECK NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY (DCHG) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    Pre-procedure1

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the appropriate service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the HV battery high voltage connector from the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly.
      NOTE:

      Insulate each disconnected high-voltage connector with insulating tape. Wrap the connector from the wire harness side to the end of the connector.

      GTY1204270Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Procedure1

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      GTY1203547Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Component without harness connected
      (No. 2 Traction Battery Device Box Assembly)
      - -

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      o2-1 (DCHG) - z25-1 (-) Ignition switch off 10 kΩ or higher

      HINT: 

      • If a system main relay is stuck closed, inspect the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly without removing it from the vehicle, in order to keep the relay closed.

      Result

      Result Judgment Proceed to
      OK Past malfunction A
      NG Present malfunction B

      Post-procedure1

    4. Reconnect the HV battery high voltage connector from the No. 2 traction battery device box assembly.

    Result: 

    See step  18

    Result: 

    See step  15

  15. REPLACE NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY 

    HINT: 

    Refer to REMOVAL [08/2023 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  19

  16. REPLACE NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY 

    HINT: 

    Refer to REMOVAL [08/2023 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  19

  17. REPLACE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER ASSEMBLY 

    HINT: 

    Refer to REMOVAL [08/2023 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    END 

  18. REPLACE NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY 

    HINT: 

    Refer to REMOVAL [08/2023 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    NEXT

    Result: 

    NEXT 

    See step  19

  19. CHECK BATTERY ECU ASSEMBLY (CHECK FOR NORMAL OPERATION) 

    See step  18

    Result

    Result Proceed to
    Difference between "Hybrid/EV Battery Voltage" and "Charging Voltage for Hybrid/EV Battery" is always less than 100 V. A
    Difference between "Hybrid/EV Battery Voltage" and "Charging Voltage for Hybrid/EV Battery" is 100 V or more. B

    Result: 

    END 

    Result: 

    REPLACE BATTERY ECU ASSEMBLY AND NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY DEVICE BOX ASSEMBLY