OBD-II fault code

P2E25: Drive Motor A Phase Z Current Sensor Circuit Low

What it means

The current sensor for drive motor A phase Z reports a circuit low fault. Phase current measurement is unreliable.

At a glance

  • Usually lights the check-engine light
  • The engine or gearbox may go into limp mode

How it works

Drive motor A's phase Z current sensor supplies phase Z current information to the control module. P2E25 sets when the phase Z circuit signal is below the expected level, leaving the module without a reliable measurement for that phase.

Common causes

Most likely first.

  1. Current sensor failed
  2. Wiring fault
  3. Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance

Symptoms

  • EV/hybrid system warning light on
  • Reduced motor power or torque
  • Possible limp mode or vehicle shutdown

How to diagnose it

  1. Record freeze-frame data and check whether the low phase Z signal is present continuously or appears only under motor load.
  2. Compare live phase Z sensor data with phases X and Y to confirm that the low signal is specific to phase Z.
  3. With the vehicle safely disabled according to its service instructions, inspect the phase Z connector and harness for corrosion, loose pins, damage, or a short to ground.
  4. Test the phase Z circuit's power, ground, signal wiring, and connector contact using the manufacturer's procedure.
  5. If the circuit passes, test the phase Z current sensor against the manufacturer's specification before replacing it.

Common fixes

  • Reconnect and secure the phase Z sensor connector.
  • Clean or repair corroded phase Z connector pins and restore good contact.
  • Repair an open, shorted, or damaged wire in the phase Z sensor circuit.
  • Replace the phase Z current sensor if its signal remains low with the circuit verified.

Can I keep driving?

Keep driving to a minimum and avoid high torque demands because power may be reduced, limp mode may occur, or the vehicle may shut down. Stop safely if a shutdown warning appears or the vehicle cannot maintain safe traffic speed.

A code shows where the control module detected a fault, not always which part failed. Check the causes in order and confirm with a test before replacing parts. Have several codes? Check them together

This is a generic code: it means the same on every make. The car’s maker may add more detail in its own service information.

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