P0D3B code meaning
Battery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit High
Powertrain system Generic code P0Dxx codes Check engine light
What P0D3B means
P0D3B reports that the charger A input current sensor reads too high. On the 2022 Outlander PHEV Mitsubishi interprets a sensor voltage above 4.658 V, equivalent to more than about 54 A, lasting 0.5 s as a short to the supply side; charging ends and the integrated charger/DC-DC unit is the listed part. GM's Volt charger module (2011 and 2014 tables) sets the code when the reported AC current exceeds 24.78 A for 160 of 200 ms and lights the MIL as a Type A fault. The low counterpart is P0D3A; a reading that looks valid but carries an offset is P0D39. Since the grid cannot push that much current through the charger unnoticed, the sensor path is the first suspect. Owners see AC charging refuse to start or quit shortly after plugging in.
P0D3B at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor0.5 to 4 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P0D3B
- AC charging quits shortly after plugging in
- MIL on (GM)
Common causes of P0D3B
- Most likelyCurrent sensor signal shorted to supply voltage inside the charger
- PossibleFailed on-board charger/DC-DC unit
- Less likelyGenuine overcurrent at the charger input from an internal short
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Battery charger a input current sensorOn board charger
What each part of P0D3B means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 3B | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0D3B 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 P0D3B
What does P0D3B mean?
P0D3B means "Battery Charger A Input Current Sensor Circuit High". P0D3B reports that the charger A input current sensor reads too high. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0D3B?
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 P0D3B fail an emissions test?
P0D3B 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 P0D3B to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 4 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0D3B clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.