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B2ABA-1C

DTC B2ABA-1C indicates a fault in the internal low-voltage power conversion module of the Electric Air Conditioning Compressor (EAC) controller — Seal 6 EV

Thermal Management System

DTC B2ABA-1C indicates a fault in the internal low-voltage power conversion module of the Electric Air Conditioning Compressor (EAC) controller.

The compressor controller converts the vehicle 12V low-voltage DC power into lower voltages, such as 5V and 3.3V, to power the internal MCU, CAN transceiver, position sensor, and drive circuit.

If the internal DC-DC conversion circuit, voltage regulator chip, or related filter capacitors experience a short circuit, open circuit, or abnormal voltage output (overvoltage or undervoltage), the compressor control unit fails its self-check and reports this fault.

This fault prevents the compressor from starting or causes a sudden shutdown during operation, affecting air conditioning cooling and battery/motor thermal management functions.

This condition typically does not shut down the high-voltage system; the vehicle remains drivable with caution.

The B2ABA-1C fault code on the Seal 6 EV indicates a medium-severity fault in the electric air conditioning compressor’s internal low-voltage power conversion module. This can stop the compressor or shut it down, affecting cabin cooling and thermal management. Common causes include an overheated DC-DC converter or power management chip, or unstable 12V supply from loose wiring or fuse contact. Visit an authorised dealer for diagnosis and repair. Typical repair cost data is available.
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Likely Causes — Seal 6 EV
  • 1Overheating damage to the compressor controller's internal 12V-5V DC-DC conversion chip or power management IC, commonly occurring during prolonged high-load operation or poor heat dissipation conditions.
  • 2Loose connection in the external low-voltage power supply circuit, poor fuse contact, or excessive voltage fluctuation, causing the internal power supply module to repeatedly cycle or fail from overload.
  • 3Compressor internal drive board capacitor aging and breakdown, or inductor open circuit, causing a load short circuit in the power conversion circuit.
  • 4Water ingress and corrosion in the low-voltage wiring harness connector (commonly from improper front compartment cleaning or wading), causing a micro-short circuit between pins or a supply voltage drop.
  • 5Outdated compressor software version and flawed power management strategy cause false detection of a power supply fault under specific operating conditions.
What To Do
  • 1
    Use BYD VDS or a dedicated diagnostic tool to read all fault codes and freeze frame data. Confirm if other related fault codes (such as communication or overheating faults) accompany B2ABA-1C.
  • 2
    Check the air conditioning compressor low-voltage power supply fuse (typically 10A-15A) and relay in the front compartment fuse box. Measure their continuity and contact resistance.
  • 3
    Disconnect the compressor low-voltage connector and inspect the pins for corrosion, backing out, or burning. Measure the 12V supply voltage at the wiring harness side (standard value: 10.5V-16V, ignition ON) and the ground resistance (less than 1Ω).
  • 4
    If the external power supply is normal, measure the resistance between the internal power terminal and the ground terminal of the compressor low-voltage connector. A short circuit indicates a damaged compressor internal power module.
  • 5
    Recover the air conditioning system refrigerant (R134a or R1234yf), remove the high-voltage service disconnect and insulate the connections, then remove the faulty compressor assembly.
  • 6
    Replace the electric air conditioning compressor assembly (most BYD models integrate the compressor and controller; do not repair the controller board separately). Verify the new part number and software version match.
  • 7
    Install the new compressor and tighten the high-pressure pipe joint to the specified torque (usually 25-35Nm). Install a new O-ring and apply compressor oil.
  • 8
    Use a vacuum pump to evacuate the air conditioning system for at least 15 minutes. The vacuum must reach below -0.1 MPa. Hold the vacuum for 5 minutes to confirm no leaks.
  • 9
    Charge refrigerant to the amount specified on the vehicle nameplate (typically 450-550g for Qin EV). Use the diagnostic tool to perform the 'compressor replacement matching' or 'online coding' procedure, and write the new compressor serial number and parameters.
  • 10
    Clear the fault code. Start the vehicle and set the air conditioning to maximum cooling mode. Observe the compressor speed, high-pressure line pressure, and air outlet temperature to confirm the fault code does not recur.
Real-World Cases
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BYD Qin EV300 AC suddenly stopped cooling; compressor low-voltage power supply module failed

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A 2017 Qin EV300 with 80,000 km: the owner reported the AC suddenly stopped cooling while driving; restarting did not help. The technician connected VDS and retrieved DTC B2ABA-1C. External 12V supply checked normal. The compressor low-voltage connector measured 12.4V, but the control board had no 5V output. Diagnosed: failed internal power-conversion module. The Qin EV300 uses an integrated electric compressor, so the controller cannot be replaced separately. The technician recovered the refrigerant, replaced the compressor assembly, charged 480g of refrigerant, and performed online matching; fault resolved.
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Qin Pro DM thermal management system fault with air conditioning failure

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2018 BYD Qin Pro DM. After parking and restarting, the instrument cluster displayed "Check Thermal Management System" and the AC failed to cool. A diagnostic scan revealed DTC B2ABA-1C (Internal Low Voltage Power Supply Fault). Inspection found green corrosion on the compressor low-voltage harness connector (from prior water exposure), causing excessive contact resistance on the 12V supply pin (measured 8.2V). Prolonged undervoltage burned out the compressor's internal power module. Servicing the corroded harness terminals and replacing the compressor assembly returned the AC and thermal management system to normal.
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Intermittent compressor fault on new Yuan Plus (Atto 3)

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A 2022 Yuan Plus with 12,000 km. The owner reported intermittent AC cooling failure in hot weather. When the fault occurred, the scan tool retrieved DTC B2ABA-1C; freeze frame data showed an ambient temperature of 42°C. The technician found severely blocked condenser fins, causing compressor compartment temperatures to exceed 85°C. The internal power module overheated and failed after thermal protection activated. We cleaned the condenser and replaced the compressor, and advised the owner to regularly clean the front compartment radiators. The fault has not recurred.
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Qin Pro EV A/C compressor controller software fault

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2019 Qin Pro EV set DTC B2ABA-1C and the AC stopped working after 4S shop service. Checked external power supply and wiring—no faults found; compressor terminal voltage normal. Suspected a software fault and upgraded the AC controller and compressor control software to the latest version (higher than 2019-A3). The upgrade cleared the fault code and restored compressor operation. This case shows some B2ABA-1C faults can be fixed with a software update instead of replacing hardware.
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Reference case for similar low-voltage power supply faults on Dolphin models

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Similar to faults seen in BYD Dolphin models, the air conditioning failed completely after the vehicle sat overnight. The diagnostic tool showed an internal low-voltage power supply fault (same definition as B2ABA-1C). Testing revealed the filter capacitor in the compressor's internal 12V-5V power supply module had failed, causing excessive ripple on the 5V output and resetting the control chip. Replaced the electric compressor assembly under warranty. After replacement, used the diagnostic tool to perform 'new compressor initialisation' and 'refrigerant quantity adaptive learning'. Full air conditioning function restored.
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Other Seal 6 EV Fault Codes
B1108For the BYD Song MAX (2017–2019), DTC B1108 indicates a short circuit in the PM2.5 air quality detection module (dust sensor) or its wiring harness. The sensor uses laser scattering to detect in-cabin and outside PM2.5 concentrations and transmits data to the HVAC ECU via the LIN bus or an analog signal. Short circuit conditions include: 1) Sensor power supply wire (+5V/+12V) shorted to ground 2) Signal wire shorted to power or ground 3) Short circuit in the sensor's internal photoelectric detection circuit This fault prevents the automatic climate control from switching between fresh air and recirculation based on air quality. The system enters fail-safe mode (typically forced recirculation). Severe short-circuit current can destroy the HVAC ECU sampling circuit. The system classifies this as a Level 3 severe fault and restricts vehicle operation to prevent electrical fires or controller damage. For other BYD models (such as the Qin EV, E5, and Song DM), B1108 indicates a driver-side sunload sensor fault, reflecting differences in DTC definitions across models.B110811This DTC indicates a short circuit in the air conditioning system PM2.5 air quality sensor (rapid detector). Specifically, abnormal continuity exists between the sensor power supply circuit or signal output circuit and body ground or battery positive. This causes the control module (ACU/air conditioning controller) to detect abnormal current or a voltage signal outside the valid range (typically 0V or supply voltage). The PM2.5 sensor monitors internal and external particulate concentrations, providing the data the automatic air conditioning system uses to switch between fresh air and recirculation modes. A short circuit disables the air quality monitoring function. This fault may force the air conditioning system into recirculation protection mode and trigger related thermal management system faults, as the air conditioning system acts as a key actuator in vehicle thermal management. In severe cases, the short circuit current can damage the internal sampling circuit of the air conditioning controller or overheat the wiring harness.B1109DTC B1109 indicates an open circuit in the communication line between the air conditioning system PM2.5 air quality sensor (dust concentration sensor) and the air conditioning control unit (AC ECU), or an open circuit within the sensor internal circuitry. Typically located in the air conditioning intake duct, this sensor monitors real-time PM2.5 particle concentration inside and outside the vehicle. It provides data to the automatic air conditioning system for intelligent switching between fresh air and recirculation modes and for controlling the air purification device. During an open circuit fault, the AC ECU cannot receive the air quality signal, triggering the system fail-safe mode. Symptoms typically include failure of the automatic recirculation function, abnormal air purification indicator light operation, or abnormal air quality data displayed on the air conditioning panel. Severe cases may compromise the cabin environment control strategy, but do not directly affect vehicle driving safety.B1737DTC B1737 indicates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) detected abnormal continuity between the right middle-row side airbag squib circuit (typically the second-row right seat side airbag or right curtain airbag) and the vehicle power supply (B+, battery positive). The SRS ECU monitors the airbag inflator resistance via an internal current source (normal resistance: 2.0–3.0 Ω). If the ECU detects the voltage across the inflator circuit remaining close to battery voltage (>5 V and approaching 12 V) instead of the expected low potential or floating state, it identifies a short to power. This fault prevents the airbag from deploying normally during a collision because the short circuit bypasses the firing current. In extreme cases, abnormal current can cause unintended deployment, posing a severe safety hazard.B173BDTC B173B indicates an abnormal electric A/C compressor speed feedback signal or a communication fault between the compressor controller and the motor. In BYD new energy models (e.g., Tang, Song, Qin, and Yuan series), this DTC belongs to the HVAC subsystem within the Body Control system and specifically involves the electric compressor closed-loop control circuit. The ECU sets this DTC when the compressor controller (IPM) fails to receive a valid pulse signal from the Hall speed sensor for more than 3 continuous seconds, or when the deviation between the detected actual speed and the target commanded speed exceeds the calibrated threshold (typically >500 rpm). This fault forces the A/C system into fail-safe mode and stops compressor operation. Symptoms include a complete lack of cooling, intermittent cooling, or a sharp decrease in cooling performance. The instrument cluster A/C warning lamp may also illuminate. Prolonged operation with this fault can degrade high-voltage system insulation or cause controller overcurrent damage.
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Data confidence: Official This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.