OBD Guide

P0EAD

A/C Compressor Motor Current Sensor Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Air conditioner won't turn on
  • Reduced cooling efficiency
  • The AC indicator on the instrument panel is flashing
  • Increased noise from the compressor
  • Unstable operation of the air conditioner

Causes

  • Compressor current sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Air conditioning control module malfunction
  • Air conditioning compressor problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion
  3. Check the resistance of the current sensor
  4. Scan the control module for other errors
  5. If necessary, replace the compressor current sensor

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