Code
U351B
Generic
U — Network/User
High Voltage System Interlock Circuit D Low
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EN: 24
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Causes
- HV interlock switch D stuck closed or mechanically failed
- Short to ground in interlock circuit D wiring or connector
- Damaged wiring harness (chafing, corrosion, water ingress)
- Faulty or improperly seated interlock connector (loose pins/corrosion)
- Faulty vehicle control module or BMS input circuit
- Aftermarket modifications or improper reassembly after service
Symptoms
- HV system disabled or inhibited (vehicle will not enable HV components)
- Loss of propulsion or inability to charge HV battery
- DTC U351B stored in fault memory; possible MIL or dash warning
- Intermittent faults when vehicle doors, trunks, or service plugs are moved
- Visible corrosion or moisture near interlock components
What to check
- Verify stored freeze frame and related DTCs; record conditions when fault set
- Visually inspect interlock switch D, associated connectors and harness for damage, corrosion, or water intrusion
- With vehicle off and HV system safe/isolated per manufacturer procedures, check connector pin condition and seating
- Measure voltage at the interlock circuit pin at the control module and at the switch/connector while operating the switch (observe safety rules)
- Check continuity to chassis ground from the interlock circuit with ignition off to confirm unintended grounding
- Review wiring diagram to confirm correct routing and any splices or junctions that could cause shorts
Signal parameters
- Normal open state (depending on design): ~4.5–5.5 V on 5V reference systems, or ~9–13 V on 12V reference systems
- Low/closed state: 0–0.5 V (ground) or continuity to chassis ground
- Expected continuity when closed: ~0–2 ohms between switch terminals (verify with spec)
- Expected open circuit when switch open: high resistance/infinite
- Confirm actual system reference voltage from wiring diagram before testing
Diagnostic algorithm
- Read and record U351B and any related codes (other U or BMS codes). Clear codes, perform functional test, and see if code returns.
- Visually inspect interlock switch D, harness, and connectors for damage, corrosion, water, or loose pins. Repair or replace any damaged connectors or wiring.
- With vehicle in a safe state and following HV safety procedures, operate the interlock (open/close) while monitoring the circuit voltage at the module and at the switch/connector. Confirm voltage transitions between low (0 V) and high (reference voltage) as expected.
- If signal remains low, isolate sections of the harness: disconnect the interlock switch, check for continuity to ground on the harness side. If continuity to ground exists with switch disconnected, repair harness short to ground.
- If harness is good and switch tests correctly, confirm module input wiring and ground. Check for shorted input inside control module if wiring intact.
- Repair or replace the faulty component (switch, harness, connector, or control module) as appropriate. Reassemble, clear codes, and perform system enable/functional tests to confirm the fault does not return.
- If intermittent, subject interlock and connectors to movement and environmental test (light spray/dry conditions per manufacturer guidelines) to reproduce fault before final repair.
Likely causes
- Moisture/corrosion at interlock connector causing low/grounded signal
- Interlock switch D physically shorted or jammed closed
- Pinched/chafed harness contacting chassis ground
- Connector pin pushed out or cross‑mated causing continuity to ground
- Internal control module input short or failed input driver
Fault status
Status
High Voltage System Interlock Circuit D reports a low/grounded condition. HV interlock is not in the expected state; HV system may be disabled.
Repair difficulty: Hard
Diagnostic time: 1.0-3.0 hours
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