HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P0A3F-243

DTC Code DTC Name
P0A3F-243 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit

DESCRIPTION

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

Tech Tips

The term "drive motor A" indicates MG2.

A01FT02E01
DTC No. INF Code DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0A3F 243 Interphase short in the motor resolver circuit

  • Inverter with converter assembly

  • Hybrid vehicle transmission assembly

  • Wire harness or connector

WIRING DIAGRAM

Refer to the wiring diagram for DTC P0A1A-200 Click here.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

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.

  • Check for output DTCs again after the repair has been completed. If P0A78-286 or P0A7A-324 is output, replace the inverter with converter assembly.

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.

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 power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. 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 cannot be pulled out.

      A01FRBVE01
      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD *B for RHD
      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 - 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 power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the connector from the inverter with converter assembly.

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

    4. Turn the power switch on (IG).

    5. A01FQOWE18
      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD
      *B for RHD
      *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
      for LHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      A38-40 (MRF) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A38-29 (MRFG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A38-39 (MSN) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A38-28 (MSNG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A38-38 (MCS) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A38-27 (MCSG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      for RHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      A74-40 (MRF) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A74-29 (MRFG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A74-39 (MSN) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A74-28 (MSNG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A74-38 (MCS) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V
      A74-27 (MCSG) - Body ground Power switch on (IG) Below 1 V

      Note

      Turning the power switch 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 power 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 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 power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the connector from the inverter with converter assembly.

    3. A01FQOWE18
      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD
      *B for RHD
      *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)
      for LHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      A38-40 (MRF) - A38-29 (MRFG) Power switch off 4.2 to 12.5 Ω
      A38-39 (MSN) - A38-28 (MSNG) Power switch off 9.8 to 20.1 Ω
      A38-38 (MCS) - A38-27 (MCSG) Power switch off 9.8 to 20.1 Ω
      for RHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      A74-40 (MRF) - A74-29 (MRFG) Power switch off 4.2 to 12.5 Ω
      A74-39 (MSN) - A74-28 (MSNG) Power switch off 9.8 to 20.1 Ω
      A74-38 (MCS) - A74-27 (MCSG) Power switch off 9.8 to 20.1 Ω
      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      for LHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      A38-40 (MRF) or A38-29 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      A38-39 (MSN) or A38-28 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      A38-38 (MCS) or A38-27 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      for RHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      A74-40 (MRF) or A74-29 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      A74-39 (MSN) or A74-28 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      A74-38 (MCS) or A74-27 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher

    4. Connect the inverter with converter assembly connector.


    NG

    Click here

    OK

  4. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)


    1. A01FR9I

      Check the connection condition of the motor resolver connector and the contact pressure of each terminal. Check the terminals for deformation, and check the connector for water ingress and foreign matter Click here.

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

      Note

      If the terminals connect poorly, are damaged, or contain water or foreign matter, repair or replace the wire harness or connector.


    NG

    CONNECT SECURELY

    OK

    REPLACE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY Click here

  5. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR)


    1. A01FR9I

      Check the connection condition of the motor resolver connector and the contact pressure of each terminal. Check the terminals for deformation, and check the connector for water ingress and foreign matter Click here.

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

      Note

      If the terminals connect poorly, are damaged, or contain water or foreign matter, repair or replace the wire harness or connector.


    NG

    CONNECT SECURELY

    OK

  6. 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 power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the repair manual because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Disconnect the connector from the inverter with converter assembly.

    3. A01FT2DE04
      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD
      *B for RHD
      *a

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Motor Resolver)
      *b

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Inverter with Converter Assembly)

      Disconnect the motor resolver connector.

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

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)
      for LHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      F51-1 (MRF) - A38-40 (MRF) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-5 (MRFG) - A38-29 (MRFG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-2 (MSN) - A38-39 (MSN) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-6 (MSNG) - A38-28 (MSNG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-3 (MCS) - A38-38 (MCS) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-7 (MCSG) - A38-27 (MCSG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      for RHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      F51-1 (MRF) - A74-40 (MRF) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-5 (MRFG) - A74-29 (MRFG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-2 (MSN) - A74-39 (MSN) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-6 (MSNG) - A74-28 (MSNG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-3 (MCS) - A74-38 (MCS) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      F51-7 (MCSG) - A74-27 (MCSG) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      for LHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      F51-1 (MRF) or A38-40 (MRF) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-5 (MRFG) or A38-29 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-2 (MSN) or A38-39 (MSN) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-6 (MSNG) or A38-28 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-3 (MCS) or A38-38 (MCS) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-7 (MCSG) or A38-27 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      for RHD
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      F51-1 (MRF) or A74-40 (MRF) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-5 (MRFG) or A74-29 (MRFG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-2 (MSN) or A74-39 (MSN) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-6 (MSNG) or A74-28 (MSNG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-3 (MCS) or A74-38 (MCS) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher
      F51-7 (MCSG) or A74-27 (MCSG) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 1 MΩ or higher

      Tech Tips

      The motor resolver is not available separately. If it requires replacement, replace the hybrid vehicle transmission assembly.

    5. Connect the motor resolver connector.

    6. Connect the inverter with converter assembly connector.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

    REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY Click here