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P0CAB

Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor M Circuit High

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

What it means

P0CAB means Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor M Circuit High.

Where it lives

For P0CAB, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P0CAB reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • An open in the sensor M signal or return
  • A short to voltage on the sensor M wire
  • A disconnected sensor M connector
  • High resistance at the sensor M ground
  • Water or corrosion at the sensor M connector

What to do next

  1. Read hybrid battery temperature sensor M on a scan tool
  2. Inspect the sensor M connector and wiring
  3. Test the sensor M circuit for an open and a short to voltage
  4. Measure the sensor M ground resistance
  5. Replace sensor M 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.