OBD Guide

P0BD6

Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor D Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • System transition to emergency mode
  • Incorrect operation of the hybrid system
  • Increased fuel consumption (for hybrids)

Causes

  • Inverter temperature sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in circuit connectors
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion or damage
  3. Check the resistance of the temperature sensor
  4. Replace temperature sensor if necessary
  5. Check and, if necessary, update ECU software

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