What are the common causes of P0E3D?

A short to ground on the control pilot indicator control circuit. A failed control pilot indicator. A chafed indicator wire touching ground. A corroded connector pin at the charge port.

Check the control pilot indicator wiring for a short to ground. Inspect the charge port connector for corrosion. Command the indicator with a scan tool and watch it. Verify the indicator ground and supply. Replace the indicator or charge port assembly if the line stays low. Clear the code and retest.

P0E3D

Control Pilot Indicator Control Circuit Low

System: Powertrain control (P code)
Lamp: Check Engine Light
Category: Powertrain - Hybrid Propulsion

What it means

P0E3D means Control Pilot Indicator Control Circuit Low.

Check these first

A short to ground on the control pilot indicator control circuit
A failed control pilot indicator
A chafed indicator wire touching ground
A corroded connector pin at the charge port

What to do next

Check the control pilot indicator wiring for a short to ground
Inspect the charge port connector for corrosion
Command the indicator with a scan tool and watch it
Verify the indicator ground and supply
Replace the indicator or charge port assembly if the line stays low
Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.