MyTeslaMate
BMS family

BMS_f031_SW_Precharge_Res_Hot

Unable to start vehicle

What does the BMS_f031_SW_Precharge_Res_Hot alert mean?

The battery management system (BMS) has detected that the HV battery precharge resistor is above the maximum operating temperature.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Unable to start vehicle
  • Service is required

What triggers it

The BMS detects that pack contactors have opened and closed too many times in a short period of time.

When it clears

The BMS detects that enough time has passed before pack contactors are closed again.

Potential impact

Inability to charge, drive, or support the low voltage (LV) system

Affected models

Model S 2012-2020 Model X 2015-2020

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