B2AB2-49

This fault code indicates the IPM (Intelligent Power Module) inside the air conditioning compressor controller detects an IGBT (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor) malfunction — Qin Plus

Thermal Management System

This fault code indicates the IPM (Intelligent Power Module) inside the air conditioning compressor controller detects an IGBT (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor) malfunction.

In the BYD thermal management system, the electric compressor operates on a high-voltage DC drive.

The IPM module inverts the high-voltage DC into three-phase AC to drive the compressor motor.

DTC B2AB2-49 indicates the controller detects a hardware-level fault in the power semiconductor device.

Possible causes include a triggered IGBT overcurrent protection, module overheating (junction temperature exceeding 150°C), an upper and lower bridge arm shoot-through short circuit, abnormal gate drive voltage, or activation of the IPM internal self-protection circuit (FO fault output).

This fault shuts down the compressor, affecting cabin cooling and battery pack thermal management (liquid cooling).

In extreme cases, it can trigger a protective disconnection of the high-voltage system.

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Qin Pro EV AC Compressor IPM Thermal Breakdown Replacement Case

A 2019 Qin Pro EV with 68,000 km showed "Air Conditioning System Fault" on the dash. Retrieved codes B2AB2-49 (IPM/IGBT fault) and B2AC349 (compressor overcurrent). Inspection revealed critically low refrigerant (only 80 g remaining), causing the compressor to run dry with inadequate lubrication for an extended period. The IPM module heatsink temperature exceeded 120°C, resulting in thermal breakdown of the IGBT chip. Three-phase winding-to-ground insulation resistance measured 0.5 MΩ (failed). Replaced the electric compressor assembly, flushed the air conditioning lines, replaced the receiver drier, and recharged the system with 500 g refrigerant and 150 mL compressor oil. No recurrence after one month.
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Qin EV300 false IPM fault caused by loose high voltage interlock connection

2017 Qin EV300. Intermittent B2AB2-49, AC intermittent. Compressor HVIL resistance measured intermittent open (should be continuous). Disassembled HV connector: interlock terminal spring fatigued, poor contact. This caused intermittent HV power loss; IPM detected bus voltage drop and set the fault. Repair: Replaced HV harness connector (P/N: BYD-ME-000123), re-crimped terminals, applied HV insulating silicone grease. No recurrence.
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Qin PRO DM Compressor Controller Driver Board Repair Case

2018 BYD Qin Pro DM. AC not cooling at all; DTC B2AB2-49 present and will not clear. Compressor three-phase winding resistance measured normal at 1.2Ω with balanced phases; insulation resistance >1000MΩ, ruling out motor failure. Disassembled compressor controller (IPM module and driver board are of split design). Found gate drive resistor (10Ω/1W) burned black and open-circuit, causing loss of drive voltage to the IGBT gate. Replaced with same-specification resistor and adjacent 100nF decoupling capacitor, reapplied thermal grease, and reinstalled. Post-installation test: compressor runs smoothly, current 4-6A normal, fault resolved.
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BYD Qin EV300: Refrigerant overcharge triggers IPM overvoltage protection

A Qin EV300 developed fault B2AB2-49 the day after service at an unauthorized repair shop. The owner reported the shop had performed an air-conditioning "deep service" and topped up the refrigerant. Testing showed the system contained 750g of refrigerant (standard 500g), causing excessive compressor discharge pressure (2.8MPa) and triggering IPM current-overload protection. Solution: Recovered excess refrigerant to specification, checked expansion valve opening, and cleaned poplar fluff from the condenser surface. Pressures normalized (low 0.2MPa, high 1.5MPa) and the fault code cleared automatically.
Data confidence: Community This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.