OBD Guide

P0698

Sensor Reference Voltage C Circuit Low

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$11–889 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Multiple sensor error codes
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Low readings from group C sensors
  • Switching to emergency engine operation mode

Causes

  • Partial short circuit to ground in one of the sensors of group C
  • Damage to voltage reference circuit wiring C
  • Sensor malfunction with internal ground leakage
  • Oxidation or damage to connectors
  • Internal ECU malfunction (weak reference voltage)

How to Fix

  1. Read all OBD-II codes and record the complete list
  2. Identify all sensors connected to circuit C according to the electrical diagram
  3. Measure the voltage on reference line C (normal: 5V)
  4. Turn off group C sensors one by one and monitor voltage restoration
  5. Find and replace a faulty sensor or repair damaged wiring
  6. If all sensors are working properly, diagnostics and replacement of the ECU

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