P0D57 code meaning
Proximity Detection Circuit A Range/Performance
Powertrain system Generic code P0Dxx codes Check engine light
What P0D57 means
P0D57 means the plug-present signal of proximity circuit A is electrically within limits but its value or behaviour does not fit the situation, for instance a level between the defined states for plugged, unplugged and latch pressed. FCA uses the code on the Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid: bulletins 08-044-20 (2017) and 08-042-20 (2018) list P0D57 with control pilot codes P0CF3 and P0CF4 behind an illuminated MIL and cure it by reflashing the hybrid control processors HCP and AHCP. FCA publishes no thresholds. The J1772 proximity circuit relies on defined resistor steps, so worn inlet contacts or an off-standard charging cable can shift the reading. Hard short circuits are P0D58 and P0D59.
P0D57 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.3 to 2 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P0D57
- MIL on (FCA)
- Charging starts unreliably or not at all
- Plug status shown incorrectly
Common causes of P0D57
- Most likelyHybrid control software needs update (FCA HCP/AHCP)
- PossibleWorn or contaminated proximity contact shifts the resistance
- Less likelyCharging cable or adapter with off-standard proximity resistor
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Proximity detection aCharge inlet aWiring harness
What each part of P0D57 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 57 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0D57 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 P0D57
What does P0D57 mean?
P0D57 means "Proximity Detection Circuit A Range/Performance". P0D57 means the plug-present signal of proximity circuit A is electrically within limits but its value or behaviour does not fit the situation, for instance a level between the defined states for plugged, unplugged and latch pressed. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0D57?
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 P0D57 fail an emissions test?
P0D57 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 P0D57 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 2 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0D57 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.