P0C90
Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor J Circuit High
What it means
P0C90 means Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor J Circuit High.
Where it lives
For P0C90, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P0C90 reports a fault at the sensor.
Check these first
- An open in the sensor J signal or return
- A short to voltage on the sensor J wire
- A disconnected sensor J connector
- High resistance at the sensor J ground
- Excessive pack temperature near sensor J
What to do next
- Read hybrid battery temperature sensor J on a scan tool
- Inspect the sensor J connector and wiring
- Test the sensor J circuit for an open and a short to voltage
- Measure the sensor J ground resistance
- Replace sensor J if the reading stays high
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.