OBD Guide

P0A0D

High Voltage System Interlock Circuit A High

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Hybrid/electric system does not turn on
  • Check engine light comes on
  • Error message on the dashboard
  • Reduced power or failure of the power plant
  • It is not possible to switch to driving mode

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in HVIL circuit
  • Damaged high voltage system connector
  • Corrosion of contacts in the interlock circuit
  • Malfunction of the high-voltage system control unit
  • Mechanical damage to HVIL wiring harness

How to Fix

  1. Diagnose the HVIL circuit using a multimeter
  2. Check all high-voltage system connectors for damage
  3. Inspect the HVIL wiring harness for damage.
  4. If necessary, replace damaged circuit components
  5. Reset the error code and check if it returns

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