OBD Guide

P2D79

Charging Stop Switch Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check engine light is on
  • Battery charging problems
  • The generator is unstable
  • Reduced vehicle power

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the circuit
  • Faulty charging stop switch
  • Relay problems
  • Control module malfunction
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring in the circuit
  2. Diagnose the charging stop switch
  3. Check relays and fuses
  4. Scan the control module for errors
  5. Clean contacts from corrosion

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