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Error 47 on Bafang DP E170 / E180 / E181 Display

What it means + how to fix it From the manual

Quick answer

Error 47 on the Bafang E170 / E180 / E181 means “SOC of the battery is too high.” Most likely cause: the battery or charger reporting an over-full charge. Try this first: restart the system first.

SOC means state of charge: how full the battery is.

Try this first

Free, and each takes under 5 minutes.

Restart the system first
Unplug the charger

In plain English

The battery reports that its state of charge is too high. Unplug the charger. If the code keeps coming back, have the battery and charger checked by a shop.

Step-by-step checklist

Work from the top. Steps go from free and easy to shop jobs. Switch the bike off before touching any connector. Tick each step as you go. Your progress is saved on this device.

1Restart the system firstFree Bafang's manual says to restart first whenever an error code appears: switch the system off, wait a few seconds, then switch it back on. If the code doesn't go away, carry on with the steps below.
2Unplug the chargerFree If the battery is on charge, unplug the charger.
3Check the chargerModerate Make sure the charger's light changes when it's plugged into the battery, and that both plugs are clean and fully seated. If you can, try a known-good charger with the same voltage and plug.
4Have the battery testedShop job A shop can test the battery and its protection circuit and tell you if it needs replacing. Never open the battery pack yourself.

Parts you might need

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Only buy a part if the free steps didn't fix it. Always match the voltage and connector type to your bike.

Replacement e-bike charger
Only if your charger is faulty. Must match your battery's voltage and plug type exactly.
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Still not fixed?

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When it's time for a shop: if you've worked through every step and the problem is still there, take the bike to an e-bike shop. Bring your notes on when it happens, plus the code.