DTC    P0A7A-522    Generator Inverter Performance

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DESCRIPTION

Refer to the description of the inverter. (Click here)
If the inverter receives a generator gate shutdown signal from the MG ECU, it will turn all power transistors off which are activating the Generator to forcibly stop Generator operation. The MG ECU monitors the generator gate shutdown signal line and detects a malfunction.

DTC No.
INF Code
DTC Detection Condition
Trouble Area
P0A7A
522
Generator inverter gate malfunction
  1. Wire harness or connector
  2. w/ converter inverter assembly (MG ECU)

HINT:
  1. If DTC P0A7A-522 is output, the hybrid system cannot be restarted until the DTC is cleared.
  2. If the malfunction is not reproduced, put the vehicle into the READY-on state and leave the vehicle for 1 minute with the shift lever in the P or N position in order to easily reproduce the malfunction.


MONITOR DESCRIPTION

The MG ECU monitors the current to the generator. If the current passes to the generator while the vehicle stops with the ignition switch in the ON position or the shift lever in the N position, the MG ECU will detect an abnormality. The HV control ECU illuminates the MIL and sets a DTC.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

CAUTION:
  1. Before inspecting the high-voltage system, take safety precautions to prevent electrical shocks, such as wearing insulated gloves and removing the service plug grip. After removing the service plug grip, put it in your pocket to prevent other technicians from reconnecting it while you are working on the high-voltage system.
  2. After disconnecting the service plug grip, wait for at least 5 minutes before touching any of the high-voltage connectors or terminals.

HINT:
At least 5 minutes is required to discharge the high-voltage capacitor inside the w/ converter inverter assembly.

1.CHECK CONNECTION CONDITION OF MG ECU CONNECTOR (LOOSENESS AND POOR CONTACT)

CAUTION:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

  1. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the service plug grip. (Click here)

    NOTICE:
    Do not put the vehicle into the READY-on state with the service plug grip removed as this may cause a malfunction.

  1. Remove the inverter cover. (Click here)

    NOTICE:
    1. Wrap the interlock round terminal for the inverter cover with vinyl tape to prevent it from shorting to ground.
    2. Prevent water in the reservoir tank from entering the inverter.
    3. Removing the inverter cover causes the MG ECU board to be exposed. Therefore, temporarily install the inverter cover for each area to be inspected.



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  1. Check the connections of the MG ECU connectors.

    OK:
    Connectors are connected securely and there is no poor connection.



NG
CONNECT SECURELY
OK

REPLACE W/ CONVERTER INVERTER ASSEMBLY