Charging System Voltage Low
2017-2020 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Single Motor RWD
Description
Charging system output voltage is below minimum threshold.
Symptoms
- Battery light on
- Dimming lights
- Slow cranking
- Accessories failing
Common Causes
- Worn alternator
- Slipping belt
- High resistance connection
- Battery drawing excessive current
Diagnostic Steps
- Measure voltage at battery and alternator
- Check belt
- Load test battery
- Check cable connections
Repair Notes
Replace alternator. Inspect belt and cable connections.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0070Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit
- P0071Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
- P0072Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
- 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
P2503 on Other Vehicles
Tesla Cybertruck
2024-2024 Cyberbeast Tri Motor AWD
Tesla Cybertruck
2024-2024 Dual Motor AWD
Tesla Cybertruck
2024-2024 Single Motor RWD
Tesla Model 3
2017-2020 Long Range Dual Motor AWD
Tesla Model 3
2017-2020 Performance Dual Motor AWD
Tesla Model 3
2021-2024 Long Range Dual Motor AWD
Tesla Model 3
2021-2024 Performance Dual Motor AWD
Tesla Model 3
2021-2024 Standard Range Single Motor RWD
Common Questions
What does code P2503 mean on a 2017-2020 Tesla Model 3?
P2503 stands for "Charging System Voltage Low". Charging system output voltage is below minimum threshold.
What are the symptoms of P2503 on a Tesla Model 3?
Common symptoms of P2503 include: Battery light on, Dimming lights, Slow cranking, Accessories failing.
What causes P2503 on a 2017-2020 Tesla Model 3?
Common causes of P2503 include: Worn alternator, Slipping belt, High resistance connection, Battery drawing excessive current.