OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2E8B Proximity Detection Circuit B Intermittent/Erratic
The proximity detection circuit B (SAE J1772 PD signal) reports a intermittent/erratic condition. Charging cable plug detection is impaired.
Is it safe to drive with P2E8B?
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
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
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 B, Charge Inlet B, Bms
Related codes
- P0D5AProximity Detection Circuit A Intermittent/Erratic
- P2E88Proximity Detection Circuit B Range/Performance
- P2E89Proximity Detection Circuit B Low
- P2E8AProximity Detection Circuit B High
- P2E8CBattery Charger B Charge Sequence Signal 1 Circuit High
- P2E8DBattery Charger B Charge Sequence Signal 1 Circuit Low
- P2E8EBattery Charger B Charge Sequence Signal 2 Circuit High
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.