OBD Guide

P0E39

DC/DC Converter Voltage Sensor B High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced performance of the hybrid system
  • Problems charging a 12-volt battery
  • The car may go into emergency mode
  • Possible error messages on the dashboard

Causes

  • Malfunction of voltage sensor B DC/DC converter
  • Damage or corrosion in the sensor circuit
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Malfunction of the DC/DC converter itself
  • Circuit Grounding Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check continuity of voltage sensor B circuit
  2. Check connections and contacts in the circuit
  3. Test voltage sensor B
  4. If necessary, replace the voltage sensor
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the DC/DC converter

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