PM-A046
PM_a046_inconsVehicleHoldState
Also written as PM_A046 / PM A046 / PM_a046_inconsVehicleHoldState / pm_a046_inconsvehicleholdstate
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 PM-A046 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Power Management (PM) module. Pedal Monitor Warning: Inconsistent Vehicle Hold state. The safety monitor sets this condition when sensor or other ECU inputs into vehicle hold are deemed implausible. The safety monitor will disable vehicle hold for the remainder of the drive cycle. Pedal Monitor Warning: DI Heartbeat is missing. The safety monitor sets this condition when DI Heartbeat communication is too fast or too slow. This alert will clear when DI Heartbeat communication are considered rational. The safety monitor will initiate a unit limp condition for the remainder of the drive cycle. Pedal Monitor Warning: Excessive amount of stability control actuation.
Original Description
Pedal Monitor Warning: Inconsistent Vehicle Hold state. The safety monitor sets this condition when sensor or other ECU inputs into vehicle hold are deemed implausible. The safety monitor will disable vehicle hold for the remainder of the drive cycle. Pedal Monitor Warning: DI Heartbeat is missing. The safety monitor sets this condition when DI Heartbeat communication is too fast or too slow. This alert will clear when DI Heartbeat communication are considered rational. The safety monitor will initiate a unit limp condition for the remainder of the drive cycle. Pedal Monitor Warning: Excessive amount of stability control actuation.
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- PM-A046 may appear with another Tesla alert in the Power Management (PM) system.
- The vehicle may limit charging, driving, comfort, or safety features depending on the active alerts.
- The alert may clear after sleep, but recurring alerts should be treated as service-relevant.
How to Diagnose and Resolve
- 1 Reboot the vehicle
- 2 Check for OTA software updates
- 3 Monitor over the next few drives; schedule service if alert recurs
Severity Notes
PM-A046 is an Alert in the Power Management system. Confirm the vehicle screen and Tesla app show no driving or charging restrictions, and schedule service if the alert returns.