P0562
System Voltage Low
1999-2000 BMW 323i E46 2.5L I6 🇩🇪
Moderate SeverityPowertrain
Description
The system voltage is below the acceptable threshold.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Battery light on
- Dim lights
- Electrical accessories malfunctioning
- Hard starting
Common Causes
- Weak battery
- Faulty alternator
- Corroded battery terminals
- Loose serpentine belt
- Bad ground connection
Diagnostic Steps
- Test battery voltage (should be 12.6V static, 13.5-14.5V running)
- Load test battery
- Test alternator output
- Inspect belt tension
- Clean battery terminals
- Check ground straps
Repair Notes
Test battery and alternator. Clean terminals. Most common: failing alternator.
Related Codes
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- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0562 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P0562 mean on a 1999-2000 BMW 323i E46?
P0562 stands for "System Voltage Low". The system voltage is below the acceptable threshold.
What are the symptoms of P0562 on a BMW 323i E46?
Common symptoms of P0562 include: Check Engine Light, Battery light on, Dim lights, Electrical accessories malfunctioning, Hard starting.
What causes P0562 on a 1999-2000 BMW 323i E46?
Common causes of P0562 include: Weak battery, Faulty alternator, Corroded battery terminals, Loose serpentine belt, Bad ground connection.