P0CF5

Control Pilot Circuit Low

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$6–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Inability to charge an electric car
Error indication on the dashboard
Interrupting the charging process
No confirmation of charging cable connection

Causes

Damage to the wiring or connectors of the control pilot circuit
Electric vehicle charging port malfunction
Problems with the charging station
Short circuit in control pilot circuit
On-board charger malfunction

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring and connectors of the control pilot circuit
Inspect the charging port for damage
Check the functionality of the charging station on another electric vehicle
Diagnose the on-board charger
Replace damaged components if necessary

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P0CF0 P0CF4 P0CF6