OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0D56 Proximity Detection Circuit A
The proximity detection circuit A (SAE J1772 PD signal) reports a circuit a condition. Charging cable plug detection impaired.
Is it safe to drive with P0D56?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyCharge inlet contacts dirty
- PossibleWiring fault
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Proximity Detection A, Charge Inlet A, Bms
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.