HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P0CA3-442

DTC Code DTC Name
P0CA3-442 DC/DC Converter Step Up Voltage Performance

DESCRIPTION

The boost converter boosts the 230.4 V DC from the HV battery to a maximum of approximately 650 V DC. The inverter converts the voltage that has been boosted by the boost converter into alternating current, which is used for driving generator (MG1) and motor (MG2). When a motor or generator operates as a generator, the alternating current that it creates is converted into direct current by the inverter. Then the boost converter drops this voltage to direct current of approximately 230.4 V in order to charge the HV battery.

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The MG ECU uses a voltage sensor (VL) that is built into the boost converter to detect the high voltage before it is boosted. It also uses a voltage sensor (VH) that is built into the inverter to detect the high voltage after it is boosted. Based on the voltage before and after it is boosted, the MG ECU controls the operation of the boost converter to boost the voltage to the target voltage.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0CA3-442

Abnormal voltage execution value

Boosting cannot be performed as requested due to a boost converter system malfunction.

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Wire harness or connector

  • Inverter with converter assembly

Tech Tips

With the vehicle stopped, apply the parking brake and turn the power switch on (READY).

With the shift lever in P, depress the brake pedal firmly, and quickly and fully depress the accelerator pedal.

Immediately after the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, "VH-Voltage after boosting" will be between 400 and 650 V.

Related Data List
DTC No. Data List
P0CA3-442 VH-Voltage after Boosting

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:


  • Before inspecting the high-voltage system or disconnecting the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly, take safety precautions such as wearing insulated gloves and removing the service plug grip to prevent electrical shocks. After removing the service plug grip, put it in your pocket to prevent other technicians from accidentally reconnecting it while you are working on the high-voltage system.

  • After removing the service plug grip, wait for at least 10 minutes before touching any of the high-voltage connectors or terminals. After waiting for 10 minutes, check the voltage at the terminals in the inspection point in the inverter with converter assembly. The voltage should be 0 V before beginning work Click here.

    Tech Tips

    Waiting for at least 10 minutes is required to discharge the high-voltage capacitor inside the inverter with converter assembly.

Note

After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work Click here.

Tech Tips

After the repair, clear the DTCs and perform the following procedure to check that DTCs are not output.


  1. Turn the power switch on (READY).

  2. With the engine stopped and the shift lever in P, depress the accelerator pedal to start the engine.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK DTC OUTPUT (HYBRID CONTROL)


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Trouble Codes.

    4. Check for DTCs.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      P0CA3-442 only is output, or DTCs except the ones in the table below are also output. A
      Any of the following DTCs are also output. B
      DTC No. Relevant Diagnosis
      P06B0-163 Sensor Power Supply "A" Circuit/Open
      P06D6-511 Sensor Reference Voltage "F" Circuit/Open
      P06E6-164 Sensor Power Supply "C" Circuit/Open
      P0A1A-151, 166, 517, 658, 791, 809 Generator Control Module
      P0A1B-198, 503, 505, 547, 554, 786, 794, 806 Drive Motor "A" Control Module
      P0A1D (all INF codes)*1 Hybrid Powertrain Control Module
      P0A3F-243 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit
      P0A40-500, 504, 506, 549, 556, 808 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
      P0A41-245 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit Low
      P0A4B-253 Generator Position Sensor Circuit
      P0A4C-513, 518, 811 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
      P0A4D-255 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Low
      P0A78-279, 287, 548, 555, 807 Drive Motor "A" Inverter Performance
      P0A7A-325, 810 Generator Inverter Performance
      P0A90-509 Drive Motor "A" Performance
      P0A92-521 Hybrid Generator Performance
      P0BEA-290 Drive Motor "A" Phase V Current Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
      P0BEE-298 Drive Motor "A" Phase W Current Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
      P0C76-523 Hybrid Battery System Discharge Time Too Long
      P0D2E-586 Drive Motor "A" Inverter Voltage Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
      P0D2F-266 Drive Motor "A" Inverter Voltage Sensor Circuit Low
      P0D30-267 Drive Motor "A" Inverter Voltage Sensor Circuit High
      P0E05-328 Generator Phase V Current Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
      P0E09-336 Generator Phase W Current Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
      P0E32-585 DC/DC Converter Voltage Sensor "A" Range/Performance
      P0E33-589 DC/DC Converter Voltage Sensor "A" Low
      P0E34-590 DC/DC Converter Voltage Sensor "A" High
      P1C2A-155 Generator A/D Converter Circuit
      P1C2B-192 Drive Motor "A" A/D Converter Circuit
      P1C2D-587 Hybrid Battery Voltage / DC/DC Converter Voltage Correlation
      P1C3C-294 Drive Motor "A" Phase V Current Sensor Correlation
      P1C3D-302 Drive Motor "A" Phase W Current Sensor Correlation
      P1C3E-333 Generator Phase V Current Sensor Correlation
      P1C3F-341 Generator Phase W Current Sensor Correlation
      P1C4A-288 Drive Motor "A" Phase V Current Sensor Sub Circuit Range/Performance
      P1C4F-296 Drive Motor "A" Phase W Current Sensor Sub Circuit Range/Performance
      P1C54-326 Generator Phase V Current Sensor Sub Circuit Range/Performance
      P1C59-334 Generator Phase W Current Sensor Sub Circuit Range/Performance
      P1C6D-501 Drive Motor "A" Phase V Current Sensor Offset Range/Performance
      P1C6E-502 Drive Motor "A" Phase W Current Sensor Offset Range/Performance
      P1C71-515 Generator Phase V Current Sensor Offset Range/Performance
      P1C72-516 Generator Phase W Current Sensor Offset Range/Performance
      P1C73-512 Sensor Standard Voltage "F" Circuit/Open
      P1CA6-156 Generator Control Module Malfunction
      P1CA7-193 Drive Motor Control Module Malfunction
      P1CAC-200 Generator Position Sensor Angle Malfunction
      P1CAD-168 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Angle Malfunction
      P1CAF-792 Generator Position Sensor REF Signal Cycle Malfunction
      P1CB0-795 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor REF Signal Cycle Malfunction
      P1CB2-793 Generator Position Sensor REF Signal Stop Malfunction
      P1CB3-796 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor REF Signal Stop Malfunction
      P3133-659 Communication Error from Generator to Drive Motor "A"
      P3134-661 Communication Error from Drive Motor "A" to Generator

      Tech Tips


      • *1: If any INF codes are output for this DTC, refer to the corresponding diagnostic procedure.

      • P0CA3-442 may be stored due to a malfunction which also causes DTCs in the preceding table to be stored. In this case, first troubleshoot the output DTCs in the preceding table. Then, perform a test to attempt to reproduce the problems, and check that no DTCs are output.

    5. Turn the power switch off.


    B

    GO TO DTC CHART (HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM) Click here

    A

  2. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR)

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.


    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.

      Note

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Check connection condition of the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly and the contact pressure of each terminal. Check the terminals for deformation, and check the connector for water ingress and foreign matter Click here.

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      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD *B for RHD

      Note

      Before disconnecting the connector, confirm that it is properly connected by checking that the locking claws are engaged and that the connector does not pull out.

      OK
      - The connector is connected securely.
      - The terminals are not deformed and are connected securely.
      - No water or foreign matter in the connector.
      Result
      Result Proceed to
      OK A
      NG (The connector is not connected securely.) B
      NG (The terminals are not making secure contact or are deformed, or water or foreign matter exists in the connector.) C

      Tech Tips

      When connecting the connector, insert it with the locking lever in the raised position. Rotate the lever downward and make sure that the connector is pulled into its socket. When the locking lever is in its fully closed position, a click will be heard as its locking claws engage. After the click is heard, pull up on the connector to confirm that it is properly connected.


    A

    REPLACE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY Click here

    B

    CONNECT SECURELY

    C

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR