System Voltage Low
2017-2020 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Single Motor RWD
Description
The system voltage is below the acceptable threshold.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Battery light on
- Dim lights
- Electrical accessories malfunctioning
- Hard starting
Common Causes
- Weak battery
- Faulty alternator
- Corroded battery terminals
- Loose serpentine belt
- Bad ground connection
Diagnostic Steps
- Test battery voltage (should be 12.6V static, 13.5-14.5V running)
- Load test battery
- Test alternator output
- Inspect belt tension
- Clean battery terminals
- Check ground straps
Repair Notes
Test battery and alternator. Clean terminals. Most common: failing alternator.
Related Codes
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- P0071Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
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- P0073Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High
- P0115Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 1 Circuit
- P0116ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance
- P0117ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Low Input
- P0118ECT Sensor 1 Circuit High Input
- P0119ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent
- P0125Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Closed Loop Fuel Control
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Common Questions
What does code P0562 mean on a 2017-2020 Tesla Model 3?
P0562 stands for "System Voltage Low". The system voltage is below the acceptable threshold.
What are the symptoms of P0562 on a Tesla Model 3?
Common symptoms of P0562 include: Check Engine Light, Battery light on, Dim lights, Electrical accessories malfunctioning, Hard starting.
What causes P0562 on a 2017-2020 Tesla Model 3?
Common causes of P0562 include: Weak battery, Faulty alternator, Corroded battery terminals, Loose serpentine belt, Bad ground connection.