OBD Guide
ENFRDEESPT

P0D09

Battery Charging System Positive Contactor A Stuck Open

P0D09 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Battery Charging System Positive Contactor A Stuck Open. Common causes: mechanical jamming of positive contactor a, open or short circuit in the contactor control circuit. Estimated repair cost: $167–556.

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Hybrid system warning light on dashboard
  • Reduced vehicle power or performance
  • Problems with charging a high-voltage battery
  • The car may go into emergency mode
  • Possible problems starting the car

Causes

  • Mechanical jamming of positive contactor A
  • Open or short circuit in the contactor control circuit
  • Malfunction of the hybrid system control module
  • Problems with power or grounding of the contactor
  • Worn or corroded contactor contacts

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition and operation of positive contactor A
  2. Check the integrity of the contactor control circuit
  3. Check the power supply and grounding of the contactor
  4. If necessary, replace the faulty contactor
  5. Repair only from an authorized dealer

Related codes

P0D08P0D0AP0D0B

Error P0D09 by Vehicle Brand

AcuraAudiBAICBMWBYDBuickCadillacChanganCheryChevroletChryslerCitroenDodgeDongfengExeedFAWFordForthingFotonGACGMGMCGeelyGreat WallHavalHondaHongqiHyundaiInfinitiJACJaecooJaguarJeepJetourKaiyiKiaLadaLexusLi AutoLifanLincolnLivanMazdaMercedes-BenzMercuryMitsubishiNIONissanOldsmobileOmodaOpelPeugeotPlymouthPontiacRenaultSWMSaturnSkodaSkywellSubaruSuzukiTankToyotaVolkswagenVolvoVoyahXPengZeekrZotye

FAQ

What does the P0D09 code mean?

P0D09 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Battery Charging System Positive Contactor A Stuck Open

What causes a P0D09 error code?

The most common causes of P0D09 include: Mechanical jamming of positive contactor A; Open or short circuit in the contactor control circuit; Malfunction of the hybrid system control module; Problems with power or grounding of the contactor.

How do I fix a P0D09 diagnostic trouble code?

To fix P0D09: Check the condition and operation of positive contactor A. Check the integrity of the contactor control circuit. Check the power supply and grounding of the contactor. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with P0D09?

Do not drive — repair immediately

How much does it cost to fix P0D09?

The estimated repair cost for P0D09 is $167–556. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

FRDEESPT

See also: Russian version · NationStat