Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2D3C
Cold Start Hybrid/EV Drive Motor Performance
During cold start, the hybrid drive motor does not deliver the expected torque or speed. Cold lubricant viscosity or magnet temperature affects motor characteristic.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / numberD / 3C
Possible causes
- Cold lubricant viscosity high high
- Magnet temperature outside design medium
Symptoms
- EV/hybrid system warning light on
- Reduced motor power or torque
- Possible limp mode or vehicle shutdown
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 200–3000 €
- Estimated time: 1–10 h
- Component: drive motor a
- Component: inverter
- Component: hv battery
- MIL / check engine light
- drive cycle required
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012