OBD Guide

P0E3C

Hybrid/EV Battery Coolant Pump Underspeed

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

Symptoms

  • Hybrid system power reduction
  • Battery overheat warning on dashboard
  • Increased noise from the cooling pump
  • System transition to emergency mode
  • Reduced electric range

Causes

  • Battery cooling pump malfunction
  • Pump power problems
  • Airing the cooling system
  • Cooling system is dirty or clogged
  • Malfunction of the hybrid system control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the coolant
  2. Diagnose the operation of the battery cooling pump
  3. Check the integrity of the electrical connections of the pump
  4. Check fuses and relays associated with the pump
  5. If necessary, replace the battery cooling pump

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