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Mohammedali92 | 2026-02-21 23:46 | 21 views

BYD Song Plus DM-i – Engine will not start, stuck in EV mode, DTC P184100 The car runs perfectly in EV mode and drives normally inside the city, but the gasoline engine never starts and I cannot switch to HEV or SAVE mode. Important details: • I did NOT buy the car from the official dealer • The car is OUT OF WARRANTY • The dealer refused to diagnose or repair it – which honestly makes no sense I went to a local workshop and they scanned the car using an OBD device. The fault code is: P184100 – Too high voltage of battery cell in collector module #8 (PACK2) The code CANNOT be cleared and comes back immediately. Battery behavior: • The HV battery charges normally with an external charger • I charged it to 100% and the charging process was completely normal • The car drove perfectly for about 20 km after full charge • Then the engine still would NOT start • Current SOC is around 40% • 12V battery tested GOOD by a technician So the strange part is: The car drives perfectly as an EV with no issues at all, but the engine start is completely blocked. My questions: 1. Can DTC P184100 prevent the engine from starting? 2. Is this definitely a BMS / battery module issue? 3. Has anyone fixed this without replacing the full battery pack? 4. What gives the permission for the engine to start in this car?

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Mohammedali92 2026-02-21 23:47

Help

Mohammedali92 2026-02-21 23:47

Help

Mohammedali92 2026-02-21 23:47

Help

Aggressive_Lychee598 2026-02-22 01:45

"The dealer refused to diagnose or repair it – which honestly makes no sense" I have this sick feeling that the dealer knew about this problem. Get BYD to diagnose it. Also how good is the legal system in your country?

AmbassadorStock6678 2026-02-22 09:43

This us what I found the P184100 error code generally relates to issues within the Transmission Control Unit (TCU), specifically involving the direction sensor, engine RPM sensor, or associated wiring. Here are the steps to diagnose and fix this error, primarily focusing on the BYD 6DT25 transmission system: Diagnostic & Repair Steps Check Battery Voltage: Ensure the 12V battery is fully charged and functioning correctly. Low voltage can trigger false transmission faults. Inspect Wiring Harness & Fuse: Check the transmission wiring harness for damage, corrosion, or loose connections. Inspect the relevant fuses for the transmission control module. Check Sensor Voltage: Using a diagnostic tool, check the live data for the direction sensor. The voltage of Pin 1 to ground should be between 4.75V and 5.25V. Check Engine RPM Sensor: Verify the connection to the engine RPM sensor and ensure it is properly grounded. Clear Error Codes: If wiring and voltage check out, clear the codes and monitor if they return. Replace TCU: If the battery, wiring, and sensors are functioning within spec but the code persists, the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) likely needs to be replaced

Mohammedali92 2026-02-22 10:01

Thanks But my car is a BYD Song Plus DM-i, which doesn’t use a traditional 6DT25 transmission or a separate TCU like conventional DCT gearboxes. It’s an e-CVT hybrid system

AmbassadorStock6678 2026-02-22 10:16

Check your 12V battery.

Mohammedali92 2026-02-22 10:16

12V battery tested GOOD by a technician

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