Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2DCA
Starter/Generator Excitation Current Intermittent
The starter/generator excitation current drops out or jumps intermittently. Loose connector or unstable driver.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / numberD / CA
Possible causes
- Connector not seated high
- Noisy ground reference medium
- Connector with intermittent contact under vibration low
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 200–1500 €
- Estimated time: 1–5 h
- Component: starter generator excitation circuit
- Component: wiring harness
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012