P0D5A
Proximity Detection Circuit A Intermittent/Erratic
The proximity detection circuit A (SAE J1772 PD signal) reports a circuit a intermittent/erratic condition. Charging cable plug detection impaired.
- Check engine light: Yes
- Emissions related: No
- Repair difficulty: medium
Common causes
Ordered by how often each turns out to be the cause.
- Plug not seated firmlyCommon
- Vibration affects contactPossible
- Connector with intermittent contact under vibrationLess likely
Parts involved
- Proximity Detection A
- Charge Inlet A
- Bms
P0D5A is a generic OBD-II code defined by SAE J2012. Exact wording and diagnostic procedure vary by manufacturer and model. Code definitions are drawn from the public-domain OBDex dataset; the workshop notes are our own.