OBD Guide

P2E1B

Drive Motor A Phase X Current Sensor Circuit

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$50–133 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced power or unstable operation of the hybrid system
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • The car may go into emergency mode
  • Possible problems with regenerative braking

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Malfunction of the current sensor itself
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the hybrid system control unit

How to Fix

  1. Visually inspect the sensor circuit for damage
  2. Checking connector connections and contacts
  3. Testing the sensor with a multimeter
  4. Replacing a faulty current sensor
  5. Checking and, if necessary, reflashing the control unit

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