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P0A0D KIA Code - High Voltage System Interlock Circuit High

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0A0D KIA?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • The hybrid battery Safety Plug
  • The hybrid battery main relay
  • Faulty Battery Management System Control Unit (BMS-ECU)
  • Battery Management System Control Unit (BMS-ECU) harness is open or shorted
  • Battery Management System Control Unit (BMS-ECU) circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC P0A0D KIA?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0A0D KIA code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P0A0D KIA Code Mean?

The Battery Management System Control Unit (BMS-ECU) sets P0A0D when the Safety Plug, which powers to the High Voltage Battery is in an off state or removed, the bus bar which connects the battery cell in series is open or the 125A/DC 450V capacity fuse which is installed to the internal of safety plug is melted.

P0A0D KIA Code - High Voltage System Interlock Circuit High

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