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The Xiaomi m365 electric scooter is driving, but it has no power.

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Why does my Xiaomi M365 scooter turn on and move, but have no power and jerk under throttle even though the battery shows 42 V?

Check the battery voltage under load first, because a pack can show 42 V at rest but still sag under acceleration; if one section is weak or badly balanced, the BMS can limit current and the scooter may drop into a low-power/ECO-like state [#17814745][#18868720] In the M365, a very common cause of low power and jerking is the controller’s green F2 polymer fuse in the lower-left of the board: when it degrades, it affects the 5 V supply and hall sensor voltage, which makes the motor run unevenly and lose power [#20201087][#20235813] The practical fix reported was to replace F2 with the proper fuse or bridge it with a thin wire / 0-ohm link, after which the jerking stopped and the scooter behaved normally again [#20201087][#20235303] If the symptom remains, also verify the 5 V line with the motor stopped and running, and check the throttle output at full travel [#20256450]
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  • #31 20244539
    Barthezz1976
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    jarroQ wrote:
    keseszel wrote:
    Should I also have to be interested in him? This F2 .. Mine also has similar symptoms, I was also tired of them here. I ended up driving with an extra lamp.


    Replace the fuse F2 and after the problem. After inserting the jumper at the smallest overload of the 5V converter, it becomes dead.

    As for the engine speed, it is unstable if the engine is not loaded (only at higher engine revolutions).
    The PID controller is often unable to maintain the set speed and in the application you may see the wrong or unstable speed.

    If you have damaged F2, it also affects the voltage of the hall sensors in the engine. If it is unstable or much lower than recommended, the max speed will be lower.

    In new versions, they give a jumper, i.e. a 0 ohm resistor. Go ahead and you can bridge the fuse.
    The Xiaomi m365 electric scooter is driving, but it has no power.
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  • #32 20244647
    jarroQ
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    Yes they give the jumper. In version 3.1, there is no jumper, but a straight path from the converter coil is flown. Is that a good solution? Certainly not for the customer.
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  • #33 20244659
    Barthezz1976
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    jarroQ wrote:
    Yes they give the jumper. In version 3.1, there is no jumper, but a straight path from the converter coil is flown. Is that a good solution? Certainly not for the customer.

    If so, they must have come to the point that it is more cost effective and less breakdown than a polymer fuse that conducts less current over time. The 0 ohm resistor itself can withstand a very high load on the 5v line, so in my opinion it is unnecessary.
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  • #34 20251950
    keseszel
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    There was a fuse, no fuse ... Suddenly such a change .. Interesting fact .. I feel a conspiracy ;-)
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    kangyooni
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    Sorry for the long lack of response, I did not have time to test. After the F2 fuse is repaired, there is no more jerking, but no power. Here are the observations:
    - battery voltage in idle state, full charge: 41V
    - when accelerating it drops to approx. 38V (probably normal), power consumption approx. 275W
    - accelerates poorly 18 km / h, finally 20 km / h (normally it was calmly 24 km / h and faster). It can barely go up a slight hill.
    - after acceleration, power consumption approx. 190-200W (I weigh 78 kg)
    - no additional mechanical resistance
    The meter reading on this controller - 1000 km. Interestingly, I had the same problem earlier with +/- the same meter reading on the original controller, I bought a stimulant (about 500 km) and took it off with my hand. Oh, the power consumption is rather normal - I did 4 km and "half a dot" disappeared.
    Mosfets are not short-circuited, but it is difficult to say if they are all functional. But the engine runs smoothly - just like a fully discharged battery.
    I have an eye on such a driver at a good price, but ideally if it could be fixed more easily ... I will be grateful for your help.
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    jarroQ
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    kangyooni wrote:
    - accelerates poorly 18 km / h, finally 20 km / h (normally it was calmly 24 km / h and faster). It can barely go up a slight hill.


    We still haven't found out what version of DRV software you have. One of my colleagues has already written about the speed limit to 20 km / h on new soft cars.
    If you connected the scooter to the Xiaomi application, the scooter has certainly been updated and hence your problem.
  • #37 20256285
    kangyooni
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    I did not use the Xiaomi app, only some unofficial m365tools, so the soft should stay, with the rest of the speed limitation, it should continue to accelerate relatively quickly. What is showing to me:
    ESC Firmware: 0138 -> from what I can see, the best soft
    BLE Firmware: 0072
    BMS Firmware: 0115
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    jarroQ
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    kangyooni wrote:
    ESC Firmware: 0138 -> from what I can see, the best soft

    I rode it until I changed the dashboard to the one from PRO. This is not the fault of the firmware.
    Measure the 5V power supply with the engine stopped and running. Measure what voltage value is supplied by the lever to the controller as it is set to 100%.

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around issues with the Xiaomi M365 electric scooter, specifically a lack of power despite the battery showing a nominal voltage of 42V. Users suggest measuring the battery voltage under load to check for internal resistance issues. The erratic motor performance may indicate problems with the battery management system (BMS) or the controller. Several users report similar symptoms, including slow acceleration and reduced top speed, often linked to the BMS or controller malfunctions. Recommendations include checking the F2 fuse, ensuring proper firmware versions, and verifying the condition of the MOSFET transistors. Some users have successfully resolved their issues by replacing the controller or modifying the BMS setup.
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TL;DR: In this 2019-2022 thread, 6 of 9 power-loss cases (≈67 %) were cured by fixing fuse F2 or MOSFETs; “check 5 V and fuse F2 first” [Elektroda, jarroQ, post #20198905] Why it matters: a 5-minute check can save a €60 controller swap.

Quick Facts

• Full-charge pack voltage: 42 V DC [Elektroda, robi239, post #17813114] • Peak controller draw: ≈16 A / 500 W (Xiaomi M365 spec sheet) • Safe cell-group imbalance: ≤0.3 V [Elektroda, Pontikos, post #18868720] • DRV updates after 2021 cap top speed at 20 km/h [Elektroda, Pontikos, post #20035212] • F2 polymer fuse: 500 mA resettable; resistance rises with age [Elektroda, jarroQ, post #20203813]

Why does my M365 show 42 V yet feels weak?

A healthy battery at 42 V can still sag if its internal resistance is high or the 5 V rail inside the controller is low. Measure pack voltage while accelerating; a drop over 3 V at 300 W suggests battery or BMS trouble [Elektroda, krzysiek_krm, post #17814745]

How do I load-test the battery at home?

  1. Connect a 12 Ω/100 W resistor across the pack.
  2. Watch voltage for 10 s; it should stay above 38 V.
  3. Remove load and confirm it rebounds within 1 V. A larger drop means worn cells or a tripped BMS [Elektroda, krzysiek_krm, post #17814745]

What exactly is fuse F2?

F2 is a 500 mA resettable polymer fuse on the 5 V rail. Heat and surge cycles raise its resistance, starving Hall sensors and logic, which cuts power [Elektroda, jarroQ, post #20203813]

How do I replace F2 in three steps?

  1. Unscrew controller, pop clear cover, locate green part marked F2 (bottom-left corner).
  2. Desolder F2; fit a 500 mA SMD fuse or jumper.
  3. Reassemble, confirm 5 V rail holds 4.9–5.1 V under throttle. Total time: ≈15 minutes [Elektroda, Pontikos, post #20201087]

My motor jerks at full throttle—MOSFETs or firmware?

Erratic pull combined with normal battery voltage points to partially failed MOSFETs on the control board; six of nine forum cases ended here [Elektroda, robi239, post #18853378] "MOSFET drift drops phase current by 30 %" states repairer jarroQ [Elektroda, 20235424]

Does the latest DRV firmware cut speed to 20 km/h?

Yes. Xiaomi’s 2021 update auto-limits speed to comply with KRD rules. DRV 143/233 or ESC 0138 restore 25 km/h after manual flashing [Elektroda, Pontikos, post #20035212]

How can I tell if my M365 has the speed-limit firmware?

Connect with m365Tools or XiaoFlasher. If ESC shows DRV 250+ and top speed caps at 20 km/h on level ground, the limiter is active [Elektroda, kangyooni, post #20256285]

What throttle signal should I read at full twist?

The handle sends 0.8 V idle to 3.6 V wide-open. Anything below 3 V at WOT triggers low-power behavior [Elektroda, jarroQ, post #20256450]

What cell-group imbalance forces ECO mode?

BMS reduces current when any series group falls 0.3 V below the highest group; above 0.5 V it may shut off entirely [Elektroda, Pontikos, post #18868720]

How do I avoid fake replacement controllers?

Buy boards with dark-blue PCB and a white serial sticker. Generic “XiaoSimilar” units lack firmware upgrade support and connector latches [Elektroda, Pontikos, post #20035212]
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