P0D2C code meaning
Charge Status Indicator A Control Circuit/Open
Powertrain system Generic code P0Dxx codes Check engine light
What P0D2C means
P0D2C is set for a fault in the driver circuit of charge status indicator A, the light that tells the driver whether the car is charging. On the Chevrolet Volt that light is part of the diagnosis itself: bulletin PIP4905E has technicians watch whether the charge indicator on the instrument panel stays steady green. GM tests the driver for a ground short while the LED is commanded on and for a short to battery or an open circuit while it is off, needing 40 bad readings out of 50 at 100 ms. Volt 2011 and 2012 set the code as Type B, with the MIL on the second trip; the 2016 ELR tables use One Trip Type A. A broken wire, a failed LED or a corroded plug are typical. Charging still works, but the owner loses the visual confirmation. A second indicator B uses P0DE5.
P0D2C at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 2 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P0D2C
- Charge status light dark or permanently lit
- MIL, depending on model after one or two trips
Common causes of P0D2C
- Most likelyBroken wire or corroded connector to the indicator
- PossibleFailed charge status LED
- Less likelyFaulty LED driver in the controlling module
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Charge status indicator aWiring harnessHybrid control module
What each part of P0D2C means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 2C | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0D2C and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P0D2C
What does P0D2C mean?
P0D2C means "Charge Status Indicator A Control Circuit/Open". P0D2C is set for a fault in the driver circuit of charge status indicator A, the light that tells the driver whether the car is charging. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0D2C?
Usually yes, for a short time, if the check engine light is steady and the car drives normally. If the light flashes or the car runs badly, stop and have it checked.
Will P0D2C fail an emissions test?
P0D2C is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is P0D2C to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0D2C clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.