TESLA Warning

DI-W056

DI_w056_ambientOT

Also written as DI_W056 / DI W056 / DI_w056_ambientOT / di_w056_ambientot

System
DI
Drive Inverter
Type
Warning
Category
Motor
Severity
Warning

Why does the exact Tesla alert ID matter?

Record the exact alert ID, including underscores, suffixes, and companion alerts. Tesla alerts that look similar can point to different modules, timestamps, and service procedures.

What does DI-W056 mean?

Tesla warning code in the Drive Inverter (DI) module. A Drive Unit over-temperature condition was detected by the ambient temperature sensor.

Original Description

A Drive Unit over-temperature condition was detected by the ambient temperature sensor.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

  • drive inverter warning: A Drive Unit over-temperature condition was detected by the ambient temperature sensor.
  • Reduced acceleration or "Reduced Power" message on the touchscreen
  • Higher than normal energy consumption during driving

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Reboot the vehicle by holding both scroll wheels
  2. 2 Avoid aggressive acceleration until the alert clears
  3. 3 Schedule a Tesla Service appointment within the next few days
  4. 4 Check for available OTA updates in Controls > Software

Severity Notes

DI-W056 is a Warning in the Drive Inverter system. Schedule service soon. Monitor your vehicle for additional warnings.

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