OBD Guide

P2D46

Hybrid/EV Battery Pack B Over Temperature

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$167–889 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced power or range
  • Warning messages on the dashboard
  • Limitation of hybrid system operation
  • Automatic shutdown of traction battery
  • Unusual odors from the battery area

Causes

  • Battery cooling system malfunction
  • Clogged ventilation ducts
  • Faulty temperature sensors
  • Damaged battery cells
  • Excessive load on the battery

How to Fix

  1. Check the operation of the battery cooling system
  2. Diagnose temperature sensors
  3. Check ventilation ducts for blockages
  4. Test individual battery cells
  5. Update battery management system software

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