OBD Guide

P1B37

Battery Energy Control Module Hybrid Battery Voltage Balance Processor 4 Performance

P1B37 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Battery Energy Control Module Hybrid Battery Voltage Balance Processor 4 Performance. Common causes: voltage balancing processor malfunction, control module wiring problems. Estimated repair cost: $167–556.

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Hybrid system power reduction
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable operation of the hybrid system
  • Error message on the dashboard

Causes

  • Voltage balancing processor malfunction
  • Control module wiring problems
  • Software error in control module
  • Damage to the high voltage battery
  • Control module power problems

How to Fix

  1. Battery Energy Management Module Diagnostics
  2. Checking the integrity of wiring and connectors
  3. Module software update
  4. Replacing the balancing processor or the entire module
  5. Diagnosis of high-voltage battery condition

Related codes

FAQ

What does the P1B37 code mean?

P1B37 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Battery Energy Control Module Hybrid Battery Voltage Balance Processor 4 Performance

What causes a P1B37 error code?

The most common causes of P1B37 include: Voltage balancing processor malfunction; Control module wiring problems; Software error in control module; Damage to the high voltage battery.

How do I fix a P1B37 diagnostic trouble code?

To fix P1B37: Battery Energy Management Module Diagnostics. Checking the integrity of wiring and connectors. Module software update. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with P1B37?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

How much does it cost to fix P1B37?

The estimated repair cost for P1B37 is $167–556. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

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