BMS family
BMS_w036_SW_HVIL
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What does the BMS_w036_SW_HVIL alert mean?
The battery management system (BMS) detects an issue with the high voltage interlock loop (HVIL). The voltage at the HVIL output pin of the BMS is too low (in respect to the number of HVIL nodes the vehicle has) or too close to the HVIL open voltage.
What you'll see in your Tesla
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What triggers it
HVIL output voltage sensed by the BMS is outside of the expected bounds.
When it clears
The BMS detects that the condition clears.
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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