OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P057F

Battery A State of Charge Performance

The battery monitor reports a State of Charge (SoC) value that does not match the rest-voltage and current pattern - typically a battery near end of life, sulfation, or a deep discharge that the SoC algorithm has not converged on.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number5 / 7F

Possible causes

  • Battery aged or sulfated high

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: easy
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 120–400 €
  • Estimated time: 0.4–1.5 h
  • Component: battery a
  • Component: battery monitor module
  • MIL / check engine light

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication