OBD Guide

P0AE6

Hybrid/EV Battery Precharge Contactor A Control Circuit Low

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

Symptoms

  • Hybrid system warning light appears
  • Engine power limitation
  • The car goes into emergency mode
  • Problems with charging the traction battery
  • Unusual sounds from the engine compartment

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the contactor control circuit
  • Precharge contactor fault
  • Problems with the hybrid system control module
  • Corroded or damaged connectors
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the contactor control circuit
  2. Inspect and test the precharge contactor
  3. Check the condition of the connectors and wiring harness
  4. Scan the hybrid system control module for other errors
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

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