P0A82 fault code: what it means

P0A82: Hybrid battery cooling fan 1 performance / stuck off on a Lexus hybrid. The battery runs hot, power is limited and the battery ages faster.

Engine and gearbox (powertrain) · Minor

Usual causes, most likely first

fan intake or filter clogged (under the rear seat)
failed fan motor
fan wiring or control fault

P0A82 by make

Lexus

Hybrid battery cooling fan 1 performance / stuck off on a Lexus hybrid. The battery runs hot, power is limited and the battery ages faster.

Usual causes: fan intake or filter clogged (under the rear seat); failed fan motor; fan wiring or control fault

Toyota

Hybrid battery cooling fan 1 performance / stuck off: the fan that cools the hybrid battery is not moving enough air. Battery runs hot and wears out faster.

Usual causes: fan and intake clogged with dust or pet hair; failed cooling fan motor; fan wiring or relay fault

What the repair usually costs

Interior detail, heavy (pet hair, smoke, mould, odour treatment)NZ$600–NZ$1,250 · A$660–A$1,360
Radiator cooling fan motor or fan assemblyNZ$350–NZ$1,280 · A$330–A$1,210
Hybrid battery reconditioned exchange (Aqua / Prius C / Axio / Fielder)NZ$1,360–NZ$2,430 · A$1,390–A$2,370
Hybrid battery reconditioned exchange (Prius 20 / 30 / Prius alpha / Prius V)NZ$1,640–NZ$2,790 · A$1,880–A$3,550

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Before you clear it

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