OBD Guide

P0C88

Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor I Circuit

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check engine light comes on
  • Hybrid system power reduction
  • The vehicle goes into emergency mode
  • Battery charging problems
  • Incorrect battery temperature readings

Causes

  • Battery temperature sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in sensor connectors
  • Problems with the battery management module
  • Corroded contacts or damaged wiring

How to Fix

  1. Check the continuity of the battery temperature sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for damage
  3. Check the resistance of the temperature sensor
  4. Replace faulty battery temperature sensor
  5. Test the battery management module

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