Code result
C0532
Motor Control A Circuit High
High severity
What it means
Motor Control A Circuit High: the signal voltage is above the expected range. Often an open circuit or a short to supply voltage.
Is it safe to drive?
No — stop driving
This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.
Most likely causes
Wiring shorted to battery
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
Supply wire pinched against B+ source
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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