DTC P1A0C: Hybrid Powertrain Control Module - Engine Disabled

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION DTC P1A0C: Hybrid Powertrain Control Module - Engine Disabled
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P1A0C - HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE - ENGINE DISABLED

Description:  This is an informational DTC and is set as the result of limited operating strategy (LOS) or failure mode effects management (FMEM) operating strategy that maintains limited vehicle function in the event of the powertrain control module (PCM), transaxle control module (TCM), traction battery control module (TBCM), or component concern.
Possible Causes: 
  • Air leak between the MAF sensor and throttle body
  • TP sensor not seated properly
  • Powertrain or hybrid-electric system
  • Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system
  • Damaged MAF sensor
  • Damaged TP sensor
  • EVAP canister purge valve stuck open
Diagnostic Aids:  Diagnose and repair any EVAP DTCs first.
The circuit DTCs can be accompanied by the informational DTCs, and should be diagnosed first. An informational DTC without a circuit DTC may or may not indicate the actual concern and should be diagnosed as a symptom.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST QE .
RENDER: 1.0x

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