OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0D59 Proximity Detection Circuit A High
The proximity detection circuit A (SAE J1772 PD signal) reports a circuit a high condition. Charging cable plug detection impaired.
Is it safe to drive with P0D59?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyWire shorted to higher voltage
- PossiblePull-down resistor open
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.