OBD Guide

P2D61

Battery Charging System Positive Contactor C Control Circuit High

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$33–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check engine light comes on
  • Battery charging problems
  • Reduced vehicle performance
  • The car may not start
  • Unstable operation of the electrical system

Causes

  • Blown fuse
  • Short circuit in control circuit
  • Positive contactor fault
  • Damage to wiring or wiring harness
  • Relay problems

How to Fix

  1. Check fuses in control circuit
  2. Diagnose the control circuit for a short circuit
  3. Check the condition of the contactor
  4. Inspect the wiring and wiring harness for damage
  5. Check relay functionality

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