Code
B0129
Generic
B — Body
DC/AC Converter A High Voltage Power Outlet “C” Circuit/Open
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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
- Safety: Disable high-voltage system and follow manufacturer lockout/tagout and PPE procedures before touching HV components.
- Read codes and freeze-frame with a scan tool; record related inverter/DC-AC and body module codes.
- Visual inspection: check fuses, circuit protectors, relay/contactor, connectors and harness along the route to outlet C.
- Verify fuses/circuit protectors: replace any blown protective device and inspect for cause of failure.
- 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.
- Check operation of relay/contact controlling outlet C (apply appropriate control or bench-test per service manual). Replace if contacts are open or intermittent.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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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