OBD Guide

P0CB5

Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor O Circuit High

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Hybrid system power reduction
  • System transition to emergency mode
  • Incorrect battery temperature readings
  • Reduced performance of the hybrid system

Causes

  • Short circuit in the temperature sensor circuit
  • Battery temperature sensor malfunction
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Problems with the hybrid system control module

How to Fix

  1. Check the continuity of the temperature sensor circuit
  2. Check resistance and sensor signal
  3. Inspect connectors and wiring harness for damage
  4. Replace faulty temperature sensor
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the hybrid system control module

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