Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

DTC 187

DTC 187 HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION


DTC Detection Condition:




The HV control ECU performs self-checks to detect an internal operating malfunction in the ECU.

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

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The HV control ECU performs diagnostic monitoring to verify proper operation of internal and external ECU systems. In one of these diagnostics, the HV control ECU monitors the important RAM circuits of the HV control ECU.

If the HV control ECU detects an error in the important RAM circuits, it will conclude that there is an internal malfunction in the HV control ECU. The HV control ECU will illuminate the MIL and set a DTC.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

If the above information (INF) code is present, replace the HV control ECU.

REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE CONTROL ECU