P0AA6 explanation

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Jonatan Rios, Sep 27, 2023.

  1. Brian1954

    Brian1954 Senior Member

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    I use the Autel AP200. Take a look at post #37 in this thread Gen2 OBD2 app review, and also this thread
    Autel Maxi AP200 - go buy this . The INF codes are in the freeze frame data for the P0AA6 code. The INF code will narrow down the area of the car that is having the problem. The Autel AP200 costs about $60 to $70 on Amazon.
    Autel MaxiAP AP200 OBD2 Scanner Bluetooth Wireless OBDII Auto Diagnostic Tool with Full System Diagnostic

    Base on the pictures of the battery, I would guess that the high voltage leakage is in the battery area. The INF codes would confirm that.

     
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  2. RadioBob

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    I’m currently experiencing low insulation resistance in the hv battery pack. I have taken all the modules out and tested each one and finding most with varying resistance from 500 megohms down to < 5 meg. I have tried cleaning and sanding the plastic surfaces and that initially appeared to be the fix but later on when I started assembling the pack the low insulation resistance returns. The batteries perform satisfactorily in terms of capacity and appear to have normal SOC characteristics but have low insulation resistance thus setting off P0AA6 on each trip. I checked all of my spare modules that are the same age and they exhibit similar symptoms. I have checked all of the wires, relays, and battery Ecu, all normal. I am guessing that the modules I have all have leaked some electrolyte which has left conductive paths on the module exterior.