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B0129 — DC/AC Converter A High Voltage Power Outlet “C” Circuit/Open

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B0129

Generic B — Body

DC/AC Converter A High Voltage Power Outlet “C” Circuit/Open

Brand: Generic
Type: B — Body
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Causes

  • Blown fuse or tripped circuit protector for HV outlet C
  • Open, damaged, or corroded connector or wiring harness between DC/AC converter and outlet
  • Faulty relay or contactor controlling outlet C
  • Internal failure in DC/AC converter/inverter output stage
  • Accessory or outlet device shorted or disconnected
  • Poor ground or high-resistance return path

Symptoms

  • High-voltage power outlet C does not produce AC power
  • Accessory plugged into outlet C is not powered
  • Associated dash message or indicator for outlet/inverter fault
  • Possible other inverter/auxiliary power faults stored

What to check

  • Verify DTC presence and freeze-frame with a scan tool; note ignition state and conditions
  • Follow vehicle high-voltage safety procedures before any physical inspection
  • Visually inspect fuses, fusible links and circuit protectors for outlet C
  • Inspect connectors and wiring between converter and outlet for damage, corrosion, or disconnection
  • Check for corrosion or burn marks at outlet and connector pins
  • Measure supply and return continuity between converter connector and outlet (with HV system isolated per OEM procedure)

Signal parameters

  • Control input: converter enable command present when outlet requested (logic-level or CAN-controlled)
  • Supply voltage: expected DC input to converter = vehicle HV battery nominal voltage (check against manufacturer spec)
  • Output voltage: expected AC voltage at outlet C when enabled (typical ~120 VAC or manufacturer-specified value)
  • Continuity/resistance: low ohms between converter output terminal and outlet terminal when wiring intact
  • Ground/return: low-resistance path to vehicle ground or negative HV return as specified

Diagnostic algorithm

  1. Safety: Disable high-voltage system and follow manufacturer lockout/tagout and PPE procedures before touching HV components.
  2. Read codes and freeze-frame with a scan tool; record related inverter/DC-AC and body module codes.
  3. Visual inspection: check fuses, circuit protectors, relay/contactor, connectors and harness along the route to outlet C.
  4. Verify fuses/circuit protectors: replace any blown protective device and inspect for cause of failure.
  5. With HV system made safe per OEM instructions, perform continuity/resistance check between converter output pin for outlet C and outlet terminal. Repair any open or high-resistance sections.
  6. Check operation of relay/contact controlling outlet C (apply appropriate control or bench-test per service manual). Replace if contacts are open or intermittent.
  7. Re-enable HV system per manufacturer procedure and measure output voltage at outlet C while commanding the converter to enable the outlet (use appropriate HV-rated measurement tools and PPE).
  8. If wiring, fuses and relays are good but output not present, suspect internal converter output stage failure—verify converter input power and control signals; consult manufacturer service info before replacing module.
  9. Clear codes, perform functional test with a known good load, and re-scan. If code returns, escalate to module-level diagnosis or replacement after confirming wiring and connectors.

Likely causes

  • Blown fuse or protective device for outlet C
  • Disconnected or corroded connector at outlet or converter
  • Broken or pinched wiring in harness to outlet C
  • Faulty relay/contact controlling the HV outlet
  • Internal converter output circuit failure

Fault status

⚠️ Status
Open or high-resistance detected on DC/AC Converter A High Voltage Power Outlet "C" circuit — outlet C may be unpowered. Code stored when expected output or continuity not detected.
🟡 Repair difficulty: Medium
⏱️ Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours

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