P0C5C

Drive Motor A Position Sensor Circuit B Low

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Hybrid system power reduction
Switching to emergency mode
Problems starting the electric motor
Unstable operation of the hybrid system

Causes

Engine position sensor A fault
Open or short circuit in sensor B circuit
Poor contact in sensor connectors
Wiring harness damage
Problems with the hybrid system control unit

How to Fix

Check continuity of position sensor B circuit
Inspect the connectors and contacts of the sensor
Check resistance and sensor signal
Replace motor position sensor A if necessary
Check and update the control unit software

Related codes

P0C5B P0C5D P0C5A