OBD Guide

P0B46

Hybrid/EV Battery Voltage Sense C Circuit Range/Performance

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Hybrid system power reduction
  • Switching to emergency mode
  • Reducing electric range
  • Incorrect battery level readings

Causes

  • Battery voltage sensor fault
  • Open or short circuit in the measurement circuit
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Battery management module malfunction
  • Corroded contacts or damaged wiring

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the voltage measurement circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion
  3. Test voltage sensors
  4. Check the operation of the battery management module
  5. Repair only from an authorized dealer

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