HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P0A4B-253, P0A4C-513, P0A4D-255

DTC Code DTC Name
P0A4B-253 Generator Position Sensor Circuit
P0A4C-513 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Range / Performance
P0A4D-255 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Low

DESCRIPTION

A resolver is a sensor that is used to detect the position of the magnetic poles of the rotor in motor generator. Knowing the position of the poles is indispensable for ensuring precise control of motor (MG2) and generator (MG1).

Each resolver contains a stator that has an excitation coil and 2 detection coils (S, C). The gap between the stator and rotor changes as the rotor turns because the rotor is oval shaped. An alternating current with a predetermined frequency flows through the excitation coil, and detection coils S and C output alternating currents in accordance with the sensor rotor position.

The MG ECU located in the inverter with converter assembly detects the absolute position of the rotor according to the phases of detection coils S and C and the heights of their waveforms. Furthermore, the CPU calculates the amount of change in the position within a predetermined length of time, in order to use the resolver as a speed sensor.

The MG ECU monitors signals output from the generator resolver and detects malfunctions.

A004F15E17
DTC No. INF Code DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0A4B 253

Interphase short in the generator resolver circuit.

Short circuit between signal lines of generator resolver phases is electrically detected.

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Inverter with converter assembly

  • Hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly

  • Wire harness or connector
P0A4C 513

Generator resolver output signal is out of the normal range (amplitude is too large or too small).

(1 trip detection logic)
P0A4D 255

Open or short in the generator resolver circuit.

Generator resolver signal is out of the normal range (signal output amplitude is extremely small).

(1 trip detection logic)

WIRING DIAGRAM

Refer to the wiring diagram for DTC P1CAC-200 Click here.

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 ignition 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


  • If the problem symptom cannot be reproduced, performing a road test on a road on which the vehicle tends to vibrate will make it easier to reproduce the symptom.

  • If the resolver is malfunctioning, the vehicle may not drive smoothly.

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


    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (IG) and wait for 5 seconds or more.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (READY) with the shift lever in P and wait for 5 seconds or more.

    3. Depress the accelerator pedal of the vehicle with the engine stopped and the shift lever in P to start the engine.

    4. Keep the engine running for 5 seconds or more.

    5. Drive the vehicle forward with the shift lever in D for 5 m or more.

    6. Drive the vehicle backward with the shift lever in R for 5 m or more.

PROCEDURE


  1. 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 ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. A004GGV

      Check the connector connections and contact pressure of the low voltage connectors of the inverter with converter assembly Click here.

      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 connectors are connected securely and there are no contact pressure problems.

      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.


    NG

    CONNECT SECURELY

    OK

  2. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - GENERATOR RESOLVER)

    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 ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the inverter with converter assembly connector.

    3. Connect the cable to the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

    4. Turn the ignition switch to ON (IG).

    5. A004F6DE02
      Text in Illustration
      *a

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Inverter with Converter Assembly)

      Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Voltage
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      C28-11 (GRF) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-12 (GRFG) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-7 (GSN) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-8 (GSNG) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-10 (GCS) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-9 (GCSG) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V

      Note

      Turning the ignition switch to ON (IG) with the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly disconnected causes other DTCs to be stored. Clear the DTCs after performing this inspection.

    6. Turn the ignition switch off.

    7. Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

    8. Connect the inverter with converter assembly connector.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  3. CHECK GENERATOR RESOLVER

    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 ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the inverter with converter assembly connector.

    3. A004F6DE02
      Text in Illustration
      *a

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Inverter with Converter Assembly)

      Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      C28-11 (GRF) - C28-12 (GRFG) Ignition switch off 7.1 to 21.6 Ω
      C28-7 (GSN) - C28-8 (GSNG) Ignition switch off 13.7 to 34.5 Ω
      C28-10 (GCS) - C28-9 (GCSG) Ignition switch off 12.8 to 32.4 Ω
      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      C28-11 (GRF) or C28-12 (GRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Ignition switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C28-7 (GSN) or C28-8 (GSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Ignition switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C28-10 (GCS) or C28-9 (GCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Ignition switch off 1 MΩ or higher

    4. Connect the inverter with converter assembly connector.


    NG

    CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (GENERATOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR) Click here

    OK

  4. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - MOTOR RESOLVER)

    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 ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the inverter with converter assembly connector.

    3. Connect the cable to the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

    4. Turn the ignition switch to ON (IG).

    5. A004E74E02
      Text in Illustration
      *a

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Inverter with Converter Assembly)

      Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Voltage
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      C28-1 (MRF) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-2 (MRFG) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-3 (MSN) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-4 (MSNG) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-6 (MCS) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V
      C28-5 (MCSG) - Body ground Ignition switch ON (IG) Below 1 V

      Note

      Turning the ignition switch to ON (IG) with the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly disconnected causes other DTCs to be stored. Clear the DTCs after performing this inspection.

    6. Turn the ignition switch off.

    7. Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

    8. Connect the inverter with converter assembly connector.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  5. CHECK MOTOR RESOLVER

    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 ignition switch to ON (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the inverter with converter assembly connector.

    3. A004E74E02
      Text in Illustration
      *a

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Inverter with Converter Assembly)

      Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      C28-1 (MRF) - C28-2 (MRFG) Ignition switch off 7.1 to 21.6 Ω
      C28-3 (MSN) - C28-4 (MSNG) Ignition switch off 13.7 to 34.5 Ω
      C28-6 (MCS) - C28-5 (MCSG) Ignition switch off 12.8 to 32.4 Ω
      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      C28-1 (MRF) or C28-2 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Ignition switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C28-3 (MSN) or C28-4 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Ignition switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C28-6 (MCS) or C28-5 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Ignition switch off 1 MΩ or higher

    4. Connect the inverter with converter assembly connector.


    NG

    CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR) Click here

    OK

  6. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (GENERATOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)


    1. A004G3E

      Check the connection of the generator resolver connector.

      OK
      The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.

    NG

    CONNECT SECURELY

    OK

  7. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)


    1. A004G5V

      Check the connection of the motor resolver connector.

      OK
      The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.

    OK

    REFER TO REPLACE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY PARTS Click here

    NG

    CONNECT SECURELY

  8. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (GENERATOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)


    1. A004G3E

      Check the connection of the generator resolver connector.

      OK
      The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.

    NG

    CONNECT SECURELY

    OK

  9. INSPECT HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (GENERATOR RESOLVER)


    1. A004G3E

      Disconnect the resolver connector.

    2. A004EDMC15
      *a

      Component without harness connected

      (Generator resolver (Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly))

      Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      C24-1 (GRF) - C24-5 (GRFG) Ignition switch off 9.5 to 15.5 Ω
      C24-2 (GSN) - C24-6 (GSNG) Ignition switch off 15.0 to 27.0 Ω
      C24-3 (GCS) - C24-7 (GCSG) Ignition switch off 14.0 to 26.0 Ω

      Tech Tips

      To correct the variation of the measured resistance due to temperature, use the following formula to calculate the resistance at 20°C (68°F).

      R20 = Rt / {1 + 0.00393 X (T - 20)}

      The calculation is based on the following:

      R20: Resistance at 20°C (68°F) (mΩ)

      Rt: Measured resistance (mΩ)

      T: Temperature when the resistance is measured (°C (°F).)

      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      C24-1 (GRF) - Body ground and other terminals (except C24-5 (GRFG)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C24-5 (GRFG) - Body ground and other terminals (except C24-1 (GRF)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C24-2 (GSN) - Body ground and other terminals (except C24-6 (GSNG)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C24-6 (GSNG) - Body ground and other terminals (except C24-2 (GSN)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C24-3 (GCS) - Body ground and other terminals (except C24-7 (GCSG)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C24-7 (GCSG) - Body ground and other terminals (except C24-3 (GCS)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher

    3. Reconnect the resolver connector.


    OK

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    NG

    REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY Click here

  10. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)


    1. A004G5V

      Check the connection of the motor resolver connector.

      OK
      The connector is connected securely and there are no contact problems.

    NG

    CONNECT SECURELY

    OK

  11. INSPECT HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (MOTOR RESOLVER)


    1. A004G5V

      Disconnect the resolver connector.

    2. A004EWLC05
      *a

      Component without harness connected

      (Motor Resolver (Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly))

      Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      C26-3 (MRF) - C26-6 (MRFG) Ignition switch off 9.5 to 15.5 Ω
      C26-1 (MSN) - C26-4 (MSNG) Ignition switch off 15.0 to 27.0 Ω
      C26-2 (MCS) - C26-5 (MCSG) Ignition switch off 14.0 to 26.0 Ω

      Tech Tips

      To correct the variation of the measured resistance due to temperature, use the following formula to calculate the resistance at 20°C (68°F).

      R20 = Rt / {1 + 0.00393 X (T - 20)}

      The calculation is based on the following:

      R20: Resistance at 20°C (68°F) (mΩ)

      Rt: Measured resistance (mΩ)

      T: Temperature when the resistance is measured (°C (°F).)

      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      C26-3 (MRF) - Body ground and other terminals (except C26-6 (MRFG)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C26-6 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals (except C26-3 (MRF)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C26-1 (MSN) - Body ground and other terminals (except C26-4 (MSNG)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C26-4 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals (except C26-1 (MSN)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C26-2 (MCS) - Body ground and other terminals (except C26-5 (MCSG)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      C26-5 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals (except C26-2 (MCS)) Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher

    3. Reconnect the resolver connector.


    OK

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    NG

    REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY Click here