Lexus ES: Generator Control Module Circuit Intermittent (P0A1B1F)
DESCRIPTION
If the motor generator control ECU, which is built into in the inverter with converter assembly, is reset due to a problem with the power source in the inverter, the motor generator control ECU will store this DTC.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | Warning Indicate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P0A1B1F | Generator Control Module Circuit Intermittent | Error in reset signal from the inverter assembly power source IC: If internal power source voltage drops below the normal CPU operating voltage or the ROM/RAM is malfunctioning, the power source IC resets the MG ECU and stores this DTC. (1 trip detection logic) |
| Comes on | Master Warning Light: Comes on |
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The motor generator control ECU monitors its internal operation and will illuminate the MIL and store a DTC if it detects a malfunction.
MONITOR STRATEGY
| Related DTCs | P0A1B (INF P0A1B1F): Drive Motor "A" Control Module |
| Required sensors/components | Motor generator control ECU |
| Frequency of operation | Continuous |
| Duration | TMC's intellectual property |
| MIL operation | Immediately |
| Sequence of operation | None |
TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS
| The monitor will run whenever the following DTCs are not stored | TMC's intellectual property |
| Other conditions belong to TMC's intellectual property | - |
TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS
| TMC's intellectual property | - |
COMPONENT OPERATING RANGE
| Motor generator control ECU | DTC P0A1B (INF P0A1B1F) is not detected |
CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN
HINT:
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After repair has been completed, clear the DTC and then check that the vehicle has returned to normal by performing the following All Readiness check procedure.
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When clearing the permanent DTCs, refer to the "CLEAR PERMANENT DTC" procedure.
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- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the power switch on (IG) and turn the Techstream on.
- Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
- Turn the power switch off and wait for 2 minutes or more.
- Turn the power switch on (IG) and turn the Techstream on.
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With power switch on (IG) and wait for 15 seconds or more. [*1]
HINT:
[*1]: Normal judgment procedure.
The normal judgment procedure is used to complete DTC judgment and also used when clearing permanent DTCs.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Motor Generator / Utility / All Readiness.
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Check the DTC judgment result.
HINT:
- If the judgment result shows NORMAL, the system is normal.
- If the judgment result shows ABNORMAL, the system has a malfunction.
- If the judgment result shows INCOMPLETE or N/A, perform the normal judgment procedure again.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
CAUTION:
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Before the following operations are conducted, take precautions to prevent electric shock by turning the power switch off, wearing insulated gloves, and removing the service plug grip from HV battery.
- Inspecting the high-voltage system
- Disconnecting the low voltage connector of the inverter with converter assembly
- Disconnecting the low voltage connector of the HV battery
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To prevent electric shock, make sure to remove the service plug grip to cut off the high voltage circuit before servicing the vehicle.
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After removing the service plug grip from the HV battery, put it in your pocket to prevent other technicians from accidentally reconnecting it while you are working on the high-voltage system.
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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.
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HINT:
Waiting for at least 10 minutes is required to discharge the high-voltage capacitor inside the inverter with converter assembly.
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Without waiting for 10 minutes
NOTICE:
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.
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PROCEDURE
| 1. | CHECK DTC OUTPUT |
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control and Motor Generator / Trouble Codes.
(d) Check for DTCs.
Powertrain > Hybrid Control > Trouble Codes Powertrain > Motor Generator > Trouble Codes| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| P0A1B1F only is output. | A |
| DTCs of hybrid control system in the tables below are output. | B |
| DTCs of motor generator control system in the tables below are output. | C |
| Malfunction Content | System | Relevant DTC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication malfunction | Motor generator control system | P312487 | Lost Communication between Drive Motor "A" and HV ECU Missing Message |
| Hybrid control system | P312387 | Lost Communication with Missing Message | |
| U011087 | Lost Communication with Drive Motor Control Module "A" Missing Message | ||
(e) Turn the power switch off.
| B | .gif) | GO TO DTC CHART (HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM) |
| C | | GO TO DTC CHART (MOTOR GENERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM) |
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| 2. | CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR) |
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| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| OK | A |
| NG (The connector is not connected securely.) | B |
| NG (The terminals are not making secure contact or are deformed, or water or foreign matter exists in the connector.) | C |
| B | | CONNECT SECURELY |
| C | | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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| 3. | CHECK AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL (CONTACT PROBLEM) |
(a) Check the connection of the auxiliary battery terminal.
OK:
The terminal is connected securely and there is no contact problem.
| NG | | CONNECT SECURELY |
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| 4. | CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - IGCT RELAY) |
CAUTION:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
(a) Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
NOTICE:
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.
(b) Disconnect the A58 inverter with converter assembly connector.
(c) Remove the IGCT relay from the No.3 relay block.
(d) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| *1 | No.3 Relay Block | *2 | IGCT Relay |
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to Inverter with Converter Assembly) | - | - |
Standard Resistance:
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
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| A58-6 (+B) - 5 (IGCT relay) | Power switch off | Below 1 Ω |
| A58-5 (+B2) - 5 (IGCT relay) | Power switch off | Below 1 Ω |
| A58-24 (GND1) - Body ground | Power switch off | Below 1 Ω |
| A58-23 (GND2) - Body ground | Power switch off | Below 1 Ω |
(e) Install the IGCT relay.
(f) Reconnect the A58 inverter with converter assembly connector.
| NG | | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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| 5. | CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS |
(a) Check for intermittent problems.
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(1) Check the connection and terminal contact pressure of the connectors and wire harnesses between the auxiliary battery and the inverter with converter assembly.
There are no abnormalities in the wire harnesses and connectors.
| OK | | REFER TO REPLACE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY PARTS |
| NG | | REPAIR OR REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS, COMPONENT AND AREA |
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