P0BD3

Drive Motor Inverter Temperature Sensor C Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$50–133 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Hybrid system power reduction
Deterioration in acceleration dynamics
Possible problems with regenerative braking
Incorrect temperature readings in diagnostic software

Causes

Inverter temperature sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Poor contact in sensor circuit connectors
Wiring harness damage
Hybrid ECU malfunction

How to Fix

Conduct a visual inspection of the sensor circuit and connectors
Check the resistance of the temperature sensor
Measure the voltage and resistance in the sensor circuit
Check for ECU firmware updates
Replace the temperature sensor or repair the circuit if necessary

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