P0AD4 OBD-II: Hybrid Battery Pack Air Flow System Insufficient Air Flow

P0AD4 Severity

Urgent

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0AD4?

The Hybrid Battery Pack has a ventilation system to maintain ideal battery operating temperature. If the airflow system becomes clogged, code P0AD4 will be set.

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OBD II Fault Code

  • OBD II P0AD4

OBD-II Code High voltage system may not operate is defined as a Hybrid Battery Pack Air Flow System Insufficient Air Flow

The Hybrid Battery Pack has a ventilation system to maintain ideal battery operating temperature. If the airflow system becomes clogged, code P0AD4 will be set.

High voltage system may not operate Symptoms

  • Battery temperature is hotter than it should be
  • High voltage system may not operate

Common Problems That Trigger the P0AD4 Code

  • Battery Control Module Failure
  • Clogged battery airflow passageway
  • High voltage battery pack cooling fan failure
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