OBD Guide

P0A52

Drive Motor A Current Sensor Circuit Range/Performance

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Hybrid system power reduction
  • Switching to emergency mode
  • Problems with switching hybrid transmission modes
  • Increased fuel consumption

Causes

  • Motor current sensor fault A
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Problems with the hybrid system control unit
  • Mechanical damage to wiring

How to Fix

  1. Diagnose the sensor circuit with a multimeter
  2. Check connectors and wiring condition
  3. Measure the sensor readings with the engine running
  4. If necessary, replace the current sensor
  5. Check and reflash the control unit if necessary

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