FC CONTROL SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P1E43-450

DTC Code DTC Name
P1E43-450 Hydrogen Pressure Leak (High/Medium Pressure Area)

DESCRIPTION

The hydrogen system of the FC system feeds the FC stack with hydrogen, so that the FC stack can generate power. The hydrogen supply line, which is a part of the hydrogen system, covers the tank shut valves up to the hydrogen injectors, and its internal pressure is maintained at higher than the pressure applied to the FC stack. The hydrogen supply line consists of the high-range pressure area where the pressure equal to the tank internal pressure is applied, and the medium-range pressure area.

Pressures in the hydrogen supply line located between the tank shut valves up to the hydrogen injectors are monitored by the system, and if a pressure decrease is found in the supply line despite the tank shut valves and hydrogen injectors being closed, this will be interpreted as external leaks, and the DTC will be set.

For the circuit diagram, refer to DTC P1E42-450.

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DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area Warning Indicate
P1E43-450 Hydrogen Pressure Leak (High/Medium Pressure Area)

During the FC Startup Process or FC Shutdown Process, the tank shut valves and hydrogen injectors are forced to close to shut off the hydrogen supply line (where high- and medium-range pressures are applied) and monitor the internal pressure, and if the pressure decreases below a threshold, the DTC will be set.

(1 trip detection logic)

  • High-range hydrogen pressure pipe

  • Medium-range hydrogen pressure pipe

  • Hydrogen tank pressure sensor (for outlet side)

  • FC stack assembly (medium-range hydrogen pressure sensor)

  • Sealed area of each component

 Master Warning Light: Comes on

Tech Tips


  • Troubleshoot hydrogen leaks from the high-range pressure area first.

  • If there is a leak in the medium-range pressure area, only the "Smoothed Valve of High-range Hydrogen Pressure" decreases, and when it reaches the "Smoothed Value of Medium-range Hydrogen Pressure", the "Smoothed Value of Medium-range Hydrogen Pressure" will begin decreasing.

Detection timing
Vehicle Condition

FC shutdown

(power switch on (IG))

 FC startup process FC intermittent operation

FC is generating power

(vehicle is in stationary)

FC is generating power

(vehicle is traveling)

 FC shutdown process

Data List

"FC Mode"

 FC Shutdown FC Startup Process FC Working FC Shutdown Process

Data List

"FC Intermittent Operation"

 OFF ON OFF OFF
DTC Detection - ○ - - - ○
Related Data List
DTC No. Data List
P1E43-450

  • Smoothed Value of High-range Hydrogen Pressure

  • Smoothed Value of Medium-range Hydrogen Pressure

Tech Tips

By performing the instructions below, leaks from the high- or medium-range hydrogen pressure system can be identified to some extent by the changes in the "Smoothed Value of High-range Hydrogen Pressure" and "Smoothed Value of Medium-range Hydrogen Pressure" with the power switch on (IG).


  1. Turn the power switch on (READY) with the shift lever in P.

  2. Turn the power switch off.

  3. Turn the power switch on (IG), and observe changes in the "Smoothed Values of High-range Hydrogen Pressure" and "Smoothed Values of Medium-range Hydrogen Pressure" in the Data List.

    Figure 1. Reference example

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  • When the power switch is on (IG), as the tank shut valves and hydrogen injectors are closed, the high- and medium-range hydrogen pressures do not show significant variations in their values, and they are stable.

  • If hydrogen leakage is suspected, the FC system forces all tank shut valves and hydrogen injectors to close and a decrease in the pressure will be checked during the FC Startup Process.

The following items can be helpful when performing repairs:



CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:


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    Work procedures must be performed in an area with good ventilation (airflow) where hydrogen gas will not accumulate, and flames or other things that could act as ignition sources must not be present.

  • Accumulated hydrogen gas could ignite, resulting in a serious accident.

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Note


  • After completion of repair, check that no hydrogen leaks from the hydrogen pipes using a hydrogen gas detector.

  • When the vehicle is parked with the power switch off, if the FC control ECU judges that the FC stack temperature will go below 0°C (32°F), it activates the FC air compressor, hydrogen pump and FC cooling water pump for a maximum of 180 seconds and drains water from the FC stack assembly. When performing inspection or repairs with the power switch off (not on (IG) or on (READY)), disconnect the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal before performing work (If the auxiliary battery voltage is needed to conduct inspection, warm up the FC system beforehand).

Tech Tips

After the repair, perform the following procedure to confirm the repair.


  1. Turn the power switch on (READY) with the shift lever in P, and check the Data List that "FC Mode" is FC Working. Then, wait for 1 minute or more (If FC system cannot be activated, check the DTCs that are present at the time).

  2. Turn the Power switch off and wait for 3 minutes or more.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK DTC OUTPUT

    Note

    The freeze frame data is cleared when DTCs are cleared. Be sure to make a note of necessary data in advance.


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the GTS on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / FC / Trouble Codes.

    5. Check for DTCs.


      Powertrain > FC > Trouble Codes

    6. Turn the power switch off.

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

  2. CLEAR DTC


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the GTS on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / FC / Trouble Codes.

    5. Clear the DTCs.


      Powertrain > FC > Clear DTCs

    6. Turn the power switch off and wait for 3 minutes or more.

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

  3. CHECK HYDROGEN GAS LEAKAGE POINT

    CAUTION:


    • Work procedures must be performed in an area with good ventilation (airflow) where hydrogen gas will not accumulate, and flames or other things that could act as ignition sources must not be present.

    • Accumulated hydrogen gas could ignite, resulting in a serious accident.

    • Open the hood with the power switch off, check for hydrogen leaks around the underbody and in the motor compartment with a hydrogen gas detector. If leakage is found, pay extra attention to fire safety in the following operations.


    1. Turn the power switch off.

    2. Remove the under cover.

    3. Check that the hydrogen tank and hydrogen pipes are not damaged.

    4. Check for a gas leaking sound, and then check if there are hydrogen leaks in the hydrogen pipes and components (high- and medium-range pressures area) with a hydrogen gas detector.

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      A01MJ9RC02
      *1 Hydrogen Inlet Receptacle Assembly *2 High-range Hydrogen Pressure Pipe (for filling)
      *3 Hydrogen Tank Tube Joint *4 Hydrogen Tank Pressure Sensor (for Inlet Side)
      *5 No. 1 Hydrogen Tank Assembly *6 No. 2 Hydrogen Tank Assembly
      *7 High-range Hydrogen Pressure Pipe (for feeding) *8 Hydrogen Tank Pressure Sensor (for Outlet Side)
      *9 Hydrogen Supply Regulator Assembly *10 Medium-range Hydrogen Pressure Pipe
      *11 FC Stack Assembly *12 Hydrogen Injector
      *a

      High-range Pressure Area (when filling)

      (Hydrogen Inlet Receptacle Assembly → Hydrogen Tank Assembly )

      		 *b

      High-range Pressure Area

      (Hydrogen Tank Assembly → Hydrogen Supply Regulator Assembly)
      *c

      Medium-range Pressure Area

      (Hydrogen Supply Regulator Assembly → Hydrogen Injector)

      		 *d

      Low-range Pressure Area

      (Hydrogen Injector → FC Stack)
      Standard value
      300 ppm or less. (Hydrogen gas detector)
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    CHECK HYDROGEN GAS LEAK Click here

    OK

  4. CHECK HYDROGEN GAS LEAKAGE POINT

    CAUTION:


    • Work procedures must be performed in an area with good ventilation (airflow) where hydrogen gas will not accumulate, and flames or other things that could act as ignition sources must not be present.

    • Accumulated hydrogen gas could ignite, resulting in a serious accident.

    • Open the hood with the power switch off, check for hydrogen leaks around the underbody and in the motor compartment with a hydrogen gas detector. If leakage is found, pay extra attention to fire safety in the following operations.

    Note

    Turning the power switch on (READY) causes the tank shut valve to open, and this pressurizes hydrogen in the hydrogen pipes. At this time, locate leaking areas of the hydrogen pipe. If there are leaks, the hydrogen pressure in the pipe decreases gradually, so perform checks quickly.


    1. Remove the under cover.

    2. Turn the power switch on (READY).

    3. Turn the power switch off.

    4. Check for a gas leaking sound, and then check if there are hydrogen leaks in the hydrogen pipes and components (high- and medium-range pressures area) with a hydrogen gas detector.

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      A01MJ9RC02
      *1 Hydrogen Inlet Receptacle Assembly *2 High-range Hydrogen Pressure Pipe (for filling)
      *3 Hydrogen Tank Tube Joint *4 Hydrogen Tank Pressure Sensor (for Inlet Side)
      *5 No. 1 Hydrogen Tank Assembly *6 No. 2 Hydrogen Tank Assembly
      *7 High-range Hydrogen Pressure Pipe (for feeding) *8 Hydrogen Tank Pressure Sensor (for Outlet Side)
      *9 Hydrogen Supply Regulator Assembly *10 Medium-range Hydrogen Pressure Pipe
      *11 FC Stack Assembly *12 Hydrogen Injector
      *a

      High-range Pressure Area (when filling)

      (Hydrogen Inlet Receptacle Assembly → Hydrogen Tank Assembly )

      		 *b

      High-range Pressure Area

      (Hydrogen Tank Assembly → Hydrogen Supply Regulator Assembly)
      *c

      Medium-range Pressure Area

      (Hydrogen Supply Regulator Assembly → Hydrogen Injector)

      		 *d

      Low-range Pressure Area

      (Hydrogen Injector → FC Stack)
      Standard value
      300 ppm or less. (Hydrogen gas detector)
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    5. Install the under cover.


    NG

    CHECK HYDROGEN GAS LEAK Click here

    OK

  5. CHECK DTC OUTPUT


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the GTS on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / FC / Trouble Codes.

    5. Check for DTCs.


      Powertrain > FC > Trouble Codes
      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC P1E43-450 is output* A
      DTCs are not output B

      • *: Inside the FC stack case, upstream of the hydrogen injector, there is medium-range hydrogen pressure piping. If there are no external leaks detected in the hydrogen pipes and components (high-range pressure and medium-range pressure) up to the FC stack assembly but P1E43-450 is detected, it can be determined that there is a hydrogen leak from the medium-range pressure area inside the FC stack case, so replace the FC stack assembly.

    6. Turn the power switch off.


    A

    REPLACE FC STACK ASSEMBLY Click here

    B

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here

  6. CHECK HYDROGEN GAS LEAK

    CAUTION:


    • Work procedures must be performed in an area with good ventilation (airflow) where hydrogen gas will not accumulate, and flames or other things that could act as ignition sources must not be present.

    • Accumulated hydrogen gas could ignite, resulting in a serious accident.


    1. Turn the power switch on (READY).

    2. Turn the power switch off.

    3. Apply soapy water to locate hydrogen leaking areas.

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS

  7. CHECK HYDROGEN GAS LEAK

    CAUTION:


    • Work procedures must be performed in an area with good ventilation (airflow) where hydrogen gas will not accumulate, and flames or other things that could act as ignition sources must not be present.

    • Accumulated hydrogen gas could ignite, resulting in a serious accident.


    1. Apply soapy water to locate hydrogen leaking areas.

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS