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P0C90

Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor J Circuit High

System
Powertrain control (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

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

  1. Read hybrid battery temperature sensor J on a scan tool
  2. Inspect the sensor J connector and wiring
  3. Test the sensor J circuit for an open and a short to voltage
  4. Measure the sensor J ground resistance
  5. Replace sensor J if the reading stays high
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.