P0562

TORQDEX // POWERTRAIN DTC

System Voltage Low

The control module has detected system voltage below the expected operating range.

CODE FAMILY Powertrain
SEVERITY HIGH
DRIVEABILITY May Become Limited
COMMON AREA Battery / Charging / Electrical

01 // CODE DEFINITION

What P0562 means

P0562 indicates that vehicle electrical-system voltage has remained below an expected threshold under monitored conditions.

Battery condition, charging-system performance, wiring resistance, connections, grounds, and belt-driven charging components may need inspection.

02 // COMMON SYMPTOMS

What you may notice

Battery warning light
Slow cranking
Electrical malfunctions
Stalling
Transmission or module faults
No-start condition

03 // COMMON CAUSES

What can trigger P0562?

BATTERY

Weak or discharged battery

Low battery state of charge or internal battery failure can reduce system voltage.

CHARGING

Charging-system problem

Alternator output or regulation may be insufficient.

WIRING

High resistance connection

Corroded terminals, damaged cables, or poor grounds can reduce voltage.

DRIVE

Accessory-drive issue

A slipping or damaged belt may prevent normal alternator output.

04 // DIAGNOSTIC ORDER

Start here

01

Measure battery state

Check resting voltage and battery condition before evaluating the charging system.

02

Check charging voltage

Measure system voltage with the engine running under appropriate conditions.

03

Perform voltage-drop tests

Check positive and ground sides of the charging circuit under load.

04

Inspect cables and belt drive

Check terminals, grounds, battery cables, alternator connections, and belt condition.

05 // DIAGNOSTIC PRINCIPLE

Confirm the fault before replacing parts

P0562 identifies a condition detected by the vehicle control system. It does not automatically identify one failed component. Test the affected system before replacing parts.

06 // RELATED CODES

Related trouble codes