P2BC8

Battery Charging System Positive Contactor B Control Circuit Range/Performance

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Battery charging problems
Reduced vehicle power
Inability to start the engine in hybrid models

Causes

Open or short circuit in the contactor control circuit
Positive contactor B fault
Problems with the charging control module
Corrosion or poor contact in connectors
Faulty relays or fuses

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the contactor control circuit
Check the condition of connectors and contacts
Test the operation of positive contactor B
Check fuses and relays
Diagnose the charging system control module

Related codes

P2BC7 P2BC9 P2BCA