P1AB1
DTC P1AB1
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC P1AB1
- Starter/Generator Phase U-V-W Current Sensor Overcurrent
Circuit/System Description
The starter/generator control module (SGCM) monitors the phase U/V/W current sensor to detect 3 phase overcurrent and to protect the MOSFET.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* Engine is running.
* Wake up signal is ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
Over current signal set for 20 ms.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* Stop PWM (MGU shutdown)
* APM PWM OFF
* Battery disconnection (disconnect SW on/off)
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
Over current signal not valid
Diagnostic Aids
* Possible MGU winding short to other winding or short to case
* Possible FET breakdown or gate driver circuit fault
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Hybrid Controls Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation
Starter/Generator Description and Operation (Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information
Circuit/System Testing
1. Disconnect the 3-phase cables from the SGCM. Refer to Generator Control Module 3-Phase Cable Assembly Replacement (Generator Control Module 3-Phase Cable Assembly Replacement).
2. Test each of the 3-phase cables individually for a short to ground.
• If any circuit indicates a short to ground , disconnect the 3-phase cables from the MGU.
• If the short to ground condition is longer present, replace the MGU.
3. Test each of the 3-phase cables individually for a short to ground.
• If any circuit does not test normal, replace the 3-phase cable assembly.
4. If all circuits test normal, replace the SGCM.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.
* Generator Control Module 3-Phase Cable Assembly Replacement (Generator Control Module 3-Phase Cable Assembly Replacement)
* Generator with Starter Replacement (Service and Repair)
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for SGCM replacement, setup, and programming