Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2881
Engine Disconnect Clutch Actuator Circuit High
The control circuit for the engine disconnect clutch actuator reports a circuit high condition. Hybrid driveline coupling cannot be commanded reliably.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number8 / 81
Possible causes
- Control wire shorted to B+ high
- Open actuator coil medium
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 500–3000 €
- Estimated time: 3–10 h
- Component: engine disconnect clutch actuator
- Component: wiring harness
- Component: hybrid control module
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012