An EV warning appears only when changing from reverse to drive

A warning tied to a direction change deserves a precise description. A selector request, braking condition and drive-system response occur close together, so the dashboard message alone may not identify the responsible part.

How to approach the assessment

Record whether the vehicle actually accepts the requested direction and whether it was stationary. Do not repeat manoeuvres in traffic to reproduce the issue. A workshop can plan a controlled assessment from the sequence and the stored diagnostic record.

Useful details to send

  • Exact displayed message.
  • Whether drive selection was accepted.
  • Temperature and state of charge at the time.

Arrange the right assessment

This is enquiry guidance, not a high-voltage repair procedure. Do not open battery packs or work on high-voltage equipment. Agree the vehicle assessment and transport arrangements with the receiving workshop first.

Ask AXION about your repair or read our EV and hybrid assessment information. Workshop visits are by appointment in Didcot. Confirm suitability before posting any removed module.

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