Code
P1794
JAGUAR
P — Powertrain
Battery Voltage Circuit
Views:
UK: 21
EN: 47
RU: 40
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Weak or discharged battery
- Faulty alternator or voltage regulator
- Corroded/loose battery terminals or poor battery ground
- Open, short, or high-resistance wiring between battery and control module (ECM/TCM/BCM)
- Blown fuse or fusible link in the power feed to a control module
- Faulty battery voltage sensing circuit or sensor (if equipped)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery/charging system warning lamp on dash
- Erratic or harsh transmission shifting or limp-home mode (if TCM affected)
- Vehicle may not start or cranks slowly
- Intermittent loss of communication with a control module on a scan tool
- Unstable or abnormal battery voltage readings on gauge or scan tool
What to check
- Use a professional scan tool to read current and pending DTCs and view freeze frame data
- Record battery voltage from scan tool with key ON (engine OFF) and engine running
- Check for related codes (charging system, generator/alternator, module power faults)
- Visually inspect battery terminals, cable condition, and ground connections for corrosion, tightness, and damage
- Check all related fuses/fusible links and replace if blown
- Perform a battery state-of-charge and load test
Signal parameters
- Nominal static battery voltage (rest, engine off): approximately 12.4–12.8 V
- Cranking voltage (when starting): typically >9.0 V (varies by vehicle)
- Charging voltage (engine running): approximately 13.5–14.8 V
- Voltage fluctuation: rapid drops below ~9–10 V or spikes above ~16 V are abnormal
- Expected sensor/PCM input: stable representation of battery voltage within above ranges with minimal transient noise
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and all stored DTCs; note conditions when P1794 set (load, key position, engine running).
- Visually inspect battery, terminals, cable ends, and main grounds; clean and tighten as required.
- Check fuses and fusible links powering the affected control module(s); replace any blown items and retest.
- With a quality multimeter, measure battery resting voltage and voltage at battery positive/negative. Compare to scan tool battery voltage reading to confirm accuracy.
- Start engine and measure charging voltage at battery and at control module power pin(s) (key ON/engine running). Look for voltage drops or excessive noise.
- Perform battery load test and alternator output test to confirm charging system health; repair/replace battery or alternator if out of spec.
- Inspect and backprobe module connector pin(s) for voltage continuity to battery/fuse and for proper ground; check for high resistance or intermittent contact.
- If wiring harness damage is suspected, perform shorts/opens tests (pin-to-pin, pin-to-ground, pin-to-battery) and repair or splice as necessary using proper crimp/solder and corrosion protection.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or repeat the conditions from freeze frame; verify code does not return.
- If wiring and charging system are good and issue persists, consider module firmware update or replacement only after confirming harness and power inputs are correct and all grounds are solid.
Likely causes
- Corroded battery posts or terminal clamp causing intermittent voltage drop
- High-resistance ground strap between engine/chassis and battery negative
- Damaged harness insulation causing short to ground/ignition feed
- Failed alternator leading to undercharging or overcharging conditions
- Blown module power fuse in engine bay or interior fuse box
- Connector contamination or bent pins at the affected control module
Fault status
Status
Battery Voltage Circuit — control module detected battery voltage signal missing, out of expected range, or excessively noisy/intermittent. May set MIL and affect vehicle systems until resolved.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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Code
P1794
KIA
P — Powertrain
Battery Or Circuit Failure
Views:
UK: 24
EN: 46
RU: 47
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Weak or discharged battery
- Faulty alternator or voltage regulator
- Corroded/loose battery terminals or poor battery ground
- Open, short, or high-resistance wiring between battery and control module (ECM/TCM/BCM)
- Blown fuse or fusible link in the power feed to a control module
- Faulty battery voltage sensing circuit or sensor (if equipped)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery/charging system warning lamp on dash
- Erratic or harsh transmission shifting or limp-home mode (if TCM affected)
- Vehicle may not start or cranks slowly
- Intermittent loss of communication with a control module on a scan tool
- Unstable or abnormal battery voltage readings on gauge or scan tool
What to check
- Use a professional scan tool to read current and pending DTCs and view freeze frame data
- Record battery voltage from scan tool with key ON (engine OFF) and engine running
- Check for related codes (charging system, generator/alternator, module power faults)
- Visually inspect battery terminals, cable condition, and ground connections for corrosion, tightness, and damage
- Check all related fuses/fusible links and replace if blown
- Perform a battery state-of-charge and load test
Signal parameters
- Nominal static battery voltage (rest, engine off): approximately 12.4–12.8 V
- Cranking voltage (when starting): typically >9.0 V (varies by vehicle)
- Charging voltage (engine running): approximately 13.5–14.8 V
- Voltage fluctuation: rapid drops below ~9–10 V or spikes above ~16 V are abnormal
- Expected sensor/PCM input: stable representation of battery voltage within above ranges with minimal transient noise
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and all stored DTCs; note conditions when P1794 set (load, key position, engine running).
- Visually inspect battery, terminals, cable ends, and main grounds; clean and tighten as required.
- Check fuses and fusible links powering the affected control module(s); replace any blown items and retest.
- With a quality multimeter, measure battery resting voltage and voltage at battery positive/negative. Compare to scan tool battery voltage reading to confirm accuracy.
- Start engine and measure charging voltage at battery and at control module power pin(s) (key ON/engine running). Look for voltage drops or excessive noise.
- Perform battery load test and alternator output test to confirm charging system health; repair/replace battery or alternator if out of spec.
- Inspect and backprobe module connector pin(s) for voltage continuity to battery/fuse and for proper ground; check for high resistance or intermittent contact.
- If wiring harness damage is suspected, perform shorts/opens tests (pin-to-pin, pin-to-ground, pin-to-battery) and repair or splice as necessary using proper crimp/solder and corrosion protection.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or repeat the conditions from freeze frame; verify code does not return.
- If wiring and charging system are good and issue persists, consider module firmware update or replacement only after confirming harness and power inputs are correct and all grounds are solid.
Likely causes
- Corroded battery posts or terminal clamp causing intermittent voltage drop
- High-resistance ground strap between engine/chassis and battery negative
- Damaged harness insulation causing short to ground/ignition feed
- Failed alternator leading to undercharging or overcharging conditions
- Blown module power fuse in engine bay or interior fuse box
- Connector contamination or bent pins at the affected control module
Fault status
Status
Battery Voltage Circuit — control module detected battery voltage signal missing, out of expected range, or excessively noisy/intermittent. May set MIL and affect vehicle systems until resolved.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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Code
P1794
LAND ROVER
P — Powertrain
Battery malfunction
Views:
UK: 8
EN: 21
RU: 29
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Weak or discharged battery
- Faulty alternator or voltage regulator
- Corroded/loose battery terminals or poor battery ground
- Open, short, or high-resistance wiring between battery and control module (ECM/TCM/BCM)
- Blown fuse or fusible link in the power feed to a control module
- Faulty battery voltage sensing circuit or sensor (if equipped)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery/charging system warning lamp on dash
- Erratic or harsh transmission shifting or limp-home mode (if TCM affected)
- Vehicle may not start or cranks slowly
- Intermittent loss of communication with a control module on a scan tool
- Unstable or abnormal battery voltage readings on gauge or scan tool
What to check
- Use a professional scan tool to read current and pending DTCs and view freeze frame data
- Record battery voltage from scan tool with key ON (engine OFF) and engine running
- Check for related codes (charging system, generator/alternator, module power faults)
- Visually inspect battery terminals, cable condition, and ground connections for corrosion, tightness, and damage
- Check all related fuses/fusible links and replace if blown
- Perform a battery state-of-charge and load test
Signal parameters
- Nominal static battery voltage (rest, engine off): approximately 12.4–12.8 V
- Cranking voltage (when starting): typically >9.0 V (varies by vehicle)
- Charging voltage (engine running): approximately 13.5–14.8 V
- Voltage fluctuation: rapid drops below ~9–10 V or spikes above ~16 V are abnormal
- Expected sensor/PCM input: stable representation of battery voltage within above ranges with minimal transient noise
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and all stored DTCs; note conditions when P1794 set (load, key position, engine running).
- Visually inspect battery, terminals, cable ends, and main grounds; clean and tighten as required.
- Check fuses and fusible links powering the affected control module(s); replace any blown items and retest.
- With a quality multimeter, measure battery resting voltage and voltage at battery positive/negative. Compare to scan tool battery voltage reading to confirm accuracy.
- Start engine and measure charging voltage at battery and at control module power pin(s) (key ON/engine running). Look for voltage drops or excessive noise.
- Perform battery load test and alternator output test to confirm charging system health; repair/replace battery or alternator if out of spec.
- Inspect and backprobe module connector pin(s) for voltage continuity to battery/fuse and for proper ground; check for high resistance or intermittent contact.
- If wiring harness damage is suspected, perform shorts/opens tests (pin-to-pin, pin-to-ground, pin-to-battery) and repair or splice as necessary using proper crimp/solder and corrosion protection.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or repeat the conditions from freeze frame; verify code does not return.
- If wiring and charging system are good and issue persists, consider module firmware update or replacement only after confirming harness and power inputs are correct and all grounds are solid.
Likely causes
- Corroded battery posts or terminal clamp causing intermittent voltage drop
- High-resistance ground strap between engine/chassis and battery negative
- Damaged harness insulation causing short to ground/ignition feed
- Failed alternator leading to undercharging or overcharging conditions
- Blown module power fuse in engine bay or interior fuse box
- Connector contamination or bent pins at the affected control module
Fault status
Status
Battery Voltage Circuit — control module detected battery voltage signal missing, out of expected range, or excessively noisy/intermittent. May set MIL and affect vehicle systems until resolved.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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Code
P1794
MAZDA
P — Powertrain
Powertrain Control Module Battery Direct Power Circuit
Views:
UK: 25
EN: 80
RU: 44
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Weak or discharged battery
- Faulty alternator or voltage regulator
- Corroded/loose battery terminals or poor battery ground
- Open, short, or high-resistance wiring between battery and control module (ECM/TCM/BCM)
- Blown fuse or fusible link in the power feed to a control module
- Faulty battery voltage sensing circuit or sensor (if equipped)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery/charging system warning lamp on dash
- Erratic or harsh transmission shifting or limp-home mode (if TCM affected)
- Vehicle may not start or cranks slowly
- Intermittent loss of communication with a control module on a scan tool
- Unstable or abnormal battery voltage readings on gauge or scan tool
What to check
- Use a professional scan tool to read current and pending DTCs and view freeze frame data
- Record battery voltage from scan tool with key ON (engine OFF) and engine running
- Check for related codes (charging system, generator/alternator, module power faults)
- Visually inspect battery terminals, cable condition, and ground connections for corrosion, tightness, and damage
- Check all related fuses/fusible links and replace if blown
- Perform a battery state-of-charge and load test
Signal parameters
- Nominal static battery voltage (rest, engine off): approximately 12.4–12.8 V
- Cranking voltage (when starting): typically >9.0 V (varies by vehicle)
- Charging voltage (engine running): approximately 13.5–14.8 V
- Voltage fluctuation: rapid drops below ~9–10 V or spikes above ~16 V are abnormal
- Expected sensor/PCM input: stable representation of battery voltage within above ranges with minimal transient noise
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and all stored DTCs; note conditions when P1794 set (load, key position, engine running).
- Visually inspect battery, terminals, cable ends, and main grounds; clean and tighten as required.
- Check fuses and fusible links powering the affected control module(s); replace any blown items and retest.
- With a quality multimeter, measure battery resting voltage and voltage at battery positive/negative. Compare to scan tool battery voltage reading to confirm accuracy.
- Start engine and measure charging voltage at battery and at control module power pin(s) (key ON/engine running). Look for voltage drops or excessive noise.
- Perform battery load test and alternator output test to confirm charging system health; repair/replace battery or alternator if out of spec.
- Inspect and backprobe module connector pin(s) for voltage continuity to battery/fuse and for proper ground; check for high resistance or intermittent contact.
- If wiring harness damage is suspected, perform shorts/opens tests (pin-to-pin, pin-to-ground, pin-to-battery) and repair or splice as necessary using proper crimp/solder and corrosion protection.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or repeat the conditions from freeze frame; verify code does not return.
- If wiring and charging system are good and issue persists, consider module firmware update or replacement only after confirming harness and power inputs are correct and all grounds are solid.
Likely causes
- Corroded battery posts or terminal clamp causing intermittent voltage drop
- High-resistance ground strap between engine/chassis and battery negative
- Damaged harness insulation causing short to ground/ignition feed
- Failed alternator leading to undercharging or overcharging conditions
- Blown module power fuse in engine bay or interior fuse box
- Connector contamination or bent pins at the affected control module
Fault status
Status
Battery Voltage Circuit — control module detected battery voltage signal missing, out of expected range, or excessively noisy/intermittent. May set MIL and affect vehicle systems until resolved.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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Code
P1794
NISSAN
P — Powertrain
Powertrain Control Module Battery Direct Power Circuit
Views:
UK: 23
EN: 65
RU: 47
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Weak or discharged battery
- Faulty alternator or voltage regulator
- Corroded/loose battery terminals or poor battery ground
- Open, short, or high-resistance wiring between battery and control module (ECM/TCM/BCM)
- Blown fuse or fusible link in the power feed to a control module
- Faulty battery voltage sensing circuit or sensor (if equipped)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery/charging system warning lamp on dash
- Erratic or harsh transmission shifting or limp-home mode (if TCM affected)
- Vehicle may not start or cranks slowly
- Intermittent loss of communication with a control module on a scan tool
- Unstable or abnormal battery voltage readings on gauge or scan tool
What to check
- Use a professional scan tool to read current and pending DTCs and view freeze frame data
- Record battery voltage from scan tool with key ON (engine OFF) and engine running
- Check for related codes (charging system, generator/alternator, module power faults)
- Visually inspect battery terminals, cable condition, and ground connections for corrosion, tightness, and damage
- Check all related fuses/fusible links and replace if blown
- Perform a battery state-of-charge and load test
Signal parameters
- Nominal static battery voltage (rest, engine off): approximately 12.4–12.8 V
- Cranking voltage (when starting): typically >9.0 V (varies by vehicle)
- Charging voltage (engine running): approximately 13.5–14.8 V
- Voltage fluctuation: rapid drops below ~9–10 V or spikes above ~16 V are abnormal
- Expected sensor/PCM input: stable representation of battery voltage within above ranges with minimal transient noise
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and all stored DTCs; note conditions when P1794 set (load, key position, engine running).
- Visually inspect battery, terminals, cable ends, and main grounds; clean and tighten as required.
- Check fuses and fusible links powering the affected control module(s); replace any blown items and retest.
- With a quality multimeter, measure battery resting voltage and voltage at battery positive/negative. Compare to scan tool battery voltage reading to confirm accuracy.
- Start engine and measure charging voltage at battery and at control module power pin(s) (key ON/engine running). Look for voltage drops or excessive noise.
- Perform battery load test and alternator output test to confirm charging system health; repair/replace battery or alternator if out of spec.
- Inspect and backprobe module connector pin(s) for voltage continuity to battery/fuse and for proper ground; check for high resistance or intermittent contact.
- If wiring harness damage is suspected, perform shorts/opens tests (pin-to-pin, pin-to-ground, pin-to-battery) and repair or splice as necessary using proper crimp/solder and corrosion protection.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or repeat the conditions from freeze frame; verify code does not return.
- If wiring and charging system are good and issue persists, consider module firmware update or replacement only after confirming harness and power inputs are correct and all grounds are solid.
Likely causes
- Corroded battery posts or terminal clamp causing intermittent voltage drop
- High-resistance ground strap between engine/chassis and battery negative
- Damaged harness insulation causing short to ground/ignition feed
- Failed alternator leading to undercharging or overcharging conditions
- Blown module power fuse in engine bay or interior fuse box
- Connector contamination or bent pins at the affected control module
Fault status
Status
Battery Voltage Circuit — control module detected battery voltage signal missing, out of expected range, or excessively noisy/intermittent. May set MIL and affect vehicle systems until resolved.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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Code
P1794
Other
P — Powertrain
Battery Voltage Circuit Malfunction
Views:
UK: 21
EN: 49
RU: 38
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Weak or discharged battery
- Faulty alternator or voltage regulator
- Corroded/loose battery terminals or poor battery ground
- Open, short, or high-resistance wiring between battery and control module (ECM/TCM/BCM)
- Blown fuse or fusible link in the power feed to a control module
- Faulty battery voltage sensing circuit or sensor (if equipped)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery/charging system warning lamp on dash
- Erratic or harsh transmission shifting or limp-home mode (if TCM affected)
- Vehicle may not start or cranks slowly
- Intermittent loss of communication with a control module on a scan tool
- Unstable or abnormal battery voltage readings on gauge or scan tool
What to check
- Use a professional scan tool to read current and pending DTCs and view freeze frame data
- Record battery voltage from scan tool with key ON (engine OFF) and engine running
- Check for related codes (charging system, generator/alternator, module power faults)
- Visually inspect battery terminals, cable condition, and ground connections for corrosion, tightness, and damage
- Check all related fuses/fusible links and replace if blown
- Perform a battery state-of-charge and load test
Signal parameters
- Nominal static battery voltage (rest, engine off): approximately 12.4–12.8 V
- Cranking voltage (when starting): typically >9.0 V (varies by vehicle)
- Charging voltage (engine running): approximately 13.5–14.8 V
- Voltage fluctuation: rapid drops below ~9–10 V or spikes above ~16 V are abnormal
- Expected sensor/PCM input: stable representation of battery voltage within above ranges with minimal transient noise
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and all stored DTCs; note conditions when P1794 set (load, key position, engine running).
- Visually inspect battery, terminals, cable ends, and main grounds; clean and tighten as required.
- Check fuses and fusible links powering the affected control module(s); replace any blown items and retest.
- With a quality multimeter, measure battery resting voltage and voltage at battery positive/negative. Compare to scan tool battery voltage reading to confirm accuracy.
- Start engine and measure charging voltage at battery and at control module power pin(s) (key ON/engine running). Look for voltage drops or excessive noise.
- Perform battery load test and alternator output test to confirm charging system health; repair/replace battery or alternator if out of spec.
- Inspect and backprobe module connector pin(s) for voltage continuity to battery/fuse and for proper ground; check for high resistance or intermittent contact.
- If wiring harness damage is suspected, perform shorts/opens tests (pin-to-pin, pin-to-ground, pin-to-battery) and repair or splice as necessary using proper crimp/solder and corrosion protection.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or repeat the conditions from freeze frame; verify code does not return.
- If wiring and charging system are good and issue persists, consider module firmware update or replacement only after confirming harness and power inputs are correct and all grounds are solid.
Likely causes
- Corroded battery posts or terminal clamp causing intermittent voltage drop
- High-resistance ground strap between engine/chassis and battery negative
- Damaged harness insulation causing short to ground/ignition feed
- Failed alternator leading to undercharging or overcharging conditions
- Blown module power fuse in engine bay or interior fuse box
- Connector contamination or bent pins at the affected control module
Fault status
Status
Battery Voltage Circuit — control module detected battery voltage signal missing, out of expected range, or excessively noisy/intermittent. May set MIL and affect vehicle systems until resolved.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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Code
P1794
RAM
P — Powertrain
Speeds error: Speen sensor ground
Views:
UK: 6
EN: 19
RU: 16
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Weak or discharged battery
- Faulty alternator or voltage regulator
- Corroded/loose battery terminals or poor battery ground
- Open, short, or high-resistance wiring between battery and control module (ECM/TCM/BCM)
- Blown fuse or fusible link in the power feed to a control module
- Faulty battery voltage sensing circuit or sensor (if equipped)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery/charging system warning lamp on dash
- Erratic or harsh transmission shifting or limp-home mode (if TCM affected)
- Vehicle may not start or cranks slowly
- Intermittent loss of communication with a control module on a scan tool
- Unstable or abnormal battery voltage readings on gauge or scan tool
What to check
- Use a professional scan tool to read current and pending DTCs and view freeze frame data
- Record battery voltage from scan tool with key ON (engine OFF) and engine running
- Check for related codes (charging system, generator/alternator, module power faults)
- Visually inspect battery terminals, cable condition, and ground connections for corrosion, tightness, and damage
- Check all related fuses/fusible links and replace if blown
- Perform a battery state-of-charge and load test
Signal parameters
- Nominal static battery voltage (rest, engine off): approximately 12.4–12.8 V
- Cranking voltage (when starting): typically >9.0 V (varies by vehicle)
- Charging voltage (engine running): approximately 13.5–14.8 V
- Voltage fluctuation: rapid drops below ~9–10 V or spikes above ~16 V are abnormal
- Expected sensor/PCM input: stable representation of battery voltage within above ranges with minimal transient noise
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and all stored DTCs; note conditions when P1794 set (load, key position, engine running).
- Visually inspect battery, terminals, cable ends, and main grounds; clean and tighten as required.
- Check fuses and fusible links powering the affected control module(s); replace any blown items and retest.
- With a quality multimeter, measure battery resting voltage and voltage at battery positive/negative. Compare to scan tool battery voltage reading to confirm accuracy.
- Start engine and measure charging voltage at battery and at control module power pin(s) (key ON/engine running). Look for voltage drops or excessive noise.
- Perform battery load test and alternator output test to confirm charging system health; repair/replace battery or alternator if out of spec.
- Inspect and backprobe module connector pin(s) for voltage continuity to battery/fuse and for proper ground; check for high resistance or intermittent contact.
- If wiring harness damage is suspected, perform shorts/opens tests (pin-to-pin, pin-to-ground, pin-to-battery) and repair or splice as necessary using proper crimp/solder and corrosion protection.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or repeat the conditions from freeze frame; verify code does not return.
- If wiring and charging system are good and issue persists, consider module firmware update or replacement only after confirming harness and power inputs are correct and all grounds are solid.
Likely causes
- Corroded battery posts or terminal clamp causing intermittent voltage drop
- High-resistance ground strap between engine/chassis and battery negative
- Damaged harness insulation causing short to ground/ignition feed
- Failed alternator leading to undercharging or overcharging conditions
- Blown module power fuse in engine bay or interior fuse box
- Connector contamination or bent pins at the affected control module
Fault status
Status
Battery Voltage Circuit — control module detected battery voltage signal missing, out of expected range, or excessively noisy/intermittent. May set MIL and affect vehicle systems until resolved.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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