OBD Guide

P0AD1

Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Cooling Fan 3 Stuck On

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Continuous operation of the battery cooling fan
  • Increased auxiliary battery drain
  • Reduced performance of the hybrid system
  • Possible dashboard warnings
  • Increased noise from the cooling system

Causes

  • Cooling fan malfunction
  • Fan relay stuck
  • Short circuit in control circuit
  • Control unit malfunction
  • Wiring damage

How to Fix

  1. Check fan operation manually
  2. Diagnose relay and control circuit
  3. Check the condition of the wiring and connectors
  4. Test the control unit for errors
  5. Replace a faulty fan or relay

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