P0E25 code meaning
Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit Low
Powertrain system Generic code P0Exx codes Check engine light
What P0E25 means
P0E25 means the voltage of inverter temperature sensor G has fallen below its valid window. In the 2023 Outlander PHEV, Mitsubishi assigns it to the U-phase H2 sensor of the front motor control unit and sets P0E25-00 once that signal does not rise above 1.25 V during 0.08 s with a unit supply of 8 V upward; the MIL is switched on together with the hybrid warning lamp. Mitsubishi states only the voltage. For an NTC element fed through a pull-up resistor, as GM describes for its inverter sensors, a low voltage equals a very hot sensor, so a ground short or a damaged sensing line looks like an overheated switch. Real overheating is reported by separate temperature codes. The opposite limit is P0E26; the sensor is not sold separately.
P0E25 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor1 to 6 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P0E25
- MIL and hybrid warning light on
- Motor power limited as if the inverter were overheating
Common causes of P0E25
- Most likelySensor signal shorted to ground inside the inverter
- PossibleThermistor internally shorted
- Less likelyDamaged sensing board, e.g. after coolant ingress
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 P0E25 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 25 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0E25 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 P0E25
What does P0E25 mean?
P0E25 means "Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor G Circuit Low". P0E25 means the voltage of inverter temperature sensor G has fallen below its valid window. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0E25?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P0E25 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P0E25 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P0E25 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 P0E25 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 1 to 6 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0E25 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.