OBD Guide

U353A

High Voltage System Interlock Circuit M Performance

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The Check Engine light comes on
  • The car may go into emergency mode
  • Engine power limitation
  • Inability to start hybrid/electric system

Causes

  • Open circuit in HVIL circuit
  • Short circuit in HVIL circuit
  • Damage to high voltage system connectors
  • High voltage system controller malfunction
  • Damage to the insulation of high-voltage wires

How to Fix

  1. Visual inspection of high voltage connections
  2. HVIL Circuit Continuity Test
  3. Diagnostics of high-voltage system connectors
  4. Checking the insulation resistance of high voltage components
  5. Repair only from an authorized dealer

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