P0C5D OBD-II: Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit "B" High

P0C5D Severity

Urgent

Should you fix P0C5D 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.

Proper diagnosis will save you time and money on unnecessary repairs.

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.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0C5D?

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 P0C5D is set. The Drive Motor Position Sensor is internal to the Drive Motor Generator and is not serviceable separately.

OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P0C5D

OBD-II Code Diagnostic Trouble Code is defined as a Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit "B" High

Common Problems That Trigger the P0C5D Code

Drive motor generator assembly failure

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