BYD Standby Only / Pilot Not Activating

Charger powers on but will not start charging; no error code displayed, vehicle shows 'charging not started'.

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Possible Causes

Incorrect current limit set to 0 A in BYD settings, Disabled charging mode (e.g., schedule-only), Faulty start button or touch panel, Software glitch in main controller

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: This is a control issue; no high-voltage work is needed for basic checks.

  • Check current setting: In the BYD app or interface, verify that the maximum current is not set to 0 A or an extremely low value.
  • Disable schedules: Turn off all scheduled charging and smart modes, then try starting a manual charge.
  • Test start control: Press the physical start/stop button (if present) and observe if the display acknowledges the press. If not, the button or touch panel may be faulty.
  • Power-cycle: Turn off the breaker for 2–5 minutes, then restore power and retry.
  • Firmware update: Apply any available BYD firmware updates to address potential software bugs.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

HMI / Display PCB
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