P0C51 OBD-II: Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit "A" Range/Performance
P0C51 Severity
Should you fix P0C51 yourself?
Identifying an OBD code is just the start of a complete diagnostic routine. Most trouble codes are caused by a sensor reporting a value that is out of range. Just replacing a sensor may not fix underlying issues. Be sure to understand the code, the part or system in your car that the code refers to, and the risks of delaying professional repair.
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Urgent codes indicate immediate action is necessary. These are urgent and significant malfunctions that can cause severe damage to the vehicle or harm the driver and passengers.
What causes OBD-II fault code P0C51?
The Drive Motor Position Sensor tells the Motor Control Module the position of the Drive Motor Output Shaft. If the Motor Control Module cannot accurately determine the position of the output shaft, code P0C51 is set. The Drive Motor Position Sensor is internal to the Drive Motor Generator and is not serviceable separately.
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OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P0C51
OBD-II Code Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit "A" Range/Performance is defined as a Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit "A" Range/Performance
The Drive Motor Position Sensor tells the Motor Control Module the position of the Drive Motor Output Shaft. If the Motor Control Module cannot accurately determine the position of the output shaft, code P0C51 is set. The Drive Motor Position Sensor is internal to the Drive Motor Generator and is not serviceable separately.
Common Problems That Trigger the P0C51 Code
- Drive motor generator assembly failure
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