Dynamic DX2 fault code 3 flashes: Left motor (M1) fault

Code3 flashes CONFIRMED
MeaningLeft motor (M1) fault
ControllerDX2 powerchair control system (REM42x remote) CONFIRMED
How it showsStatus / fault indicator on the DX2 remote flashes a number of times (1 to 12), pause, repeat
Likely part needed: Motor INFERRED – only if the checks below point to it. Find it ›

Likely causes

Left motor not connected or short circuit

Step-by-step checks

  1. Check the left motor plug and wiring
  2. Turn the wheels a little (brush contact)

Switch off before unplugging anything. If the code stays after these checks, get a trained technician to look at it.

Parts that usually fix this INFERRED

Matched by ScootScan from the fault description to parts listed for models that use this controller. Do the checks first – many faults are fixed by charging, a loose plug or a reset – and check the part fits your model before ordering.

Motor
General search – no specific part number is listed for these models yet, so check fit carefully.

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Models using this controller

No models are mapped to this controller in ScootScan yet.

Other Dynamic DX2 codes

1 flash · 2 flashes · 3 flashes · 4 flashes · 5 flashes · 6 flashes · 7 flashes · 8 flashes · 9 flashes · 10 flashes · 11 flashes · 12 flashes

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Summarised from public manuals. Always check the product's own manual before any repair.