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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

DTC P2502: Notes

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DTC P2502 DETECTION CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

DTC P2502 Generator terminal B circuit open
DETECTION CONDITION 
  • PCM judges generator output voltage is above 17 V  or battery voltage is below 11 V  during engine running.

Diagnostic support note 
  • This is a continuous monitor (Other).
  • MIL does not illuminate.
  • PENDING CODE is available if PCM detects the above malfunction condition.
  • FREEZE FRAME DATA is not available.
  • DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Open circuit between generator terminal B and battery positive terminal
  • Battery malfunction
  • Generator malfunction
  • PCM is poorly connected.
  • PCM, generator and/or battery are poorly connected.
G04324062Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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