P0E24 code meaning
Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit Range/Performance
Powertrain system Generic code P0Exx codes Check engine light
What P0E24 means
P0E24 is the plausibility test of inverter temperature sensor G: the signal is electrically fine, but the temperature it reports does not fit. Mitsubishi uses the code on the 2023 Outlander PHEV for IGBT sensor number 7 in the front motor control unit, labelled U-phase H2. The check runs only after a soak of at least 600 s, with the IGBTs shut down and the unit fed with 8 V or more, within 1.5 s of these conditions being met. Should it then deviate from either of two other IGBT temperatures by more than 47 °C for 0.1 s, P0E24-00 is logged; MIL and plug-in hybrid warning light both light up. After a long stand all switches should be equally warm, so the code points to a drifting sensor. Mitsubishi's flow ends with a new power drive unit.
P0E24 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor0.5 to 6 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P0E24
- MIL and plug-in hybrid warning light on
- Often no noticeable change in driving
Common causes of P0E24
- Most likelySensor G reads offset against the other IGBT sensors
- PossibleFault on the sensing circuit of the power drive unit
- Less likelyUneven inverter cooling, e.g. air in the coolant circuit
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Drive motor inverter temp sensor gWiring harnessHybrid control module
What each part of P0E24 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 24 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0E24 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 P0E24
What does P0E24 mean?
P0E24 means "Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit Range/Performance". P0E24 is the plausibility test of inverter temperature sensor G: the signal is electrically fine, but the temperature it reports does not fit. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0E24?
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 P0E24 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P0E24 is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P0E24 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 6 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0E24 clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.