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P0CB0

Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor N Circuit High

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

What it means

P0CB0 means Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor N Circuit High.

Where it lives

For P0CB0, the sensor sits on the circuit this code reports. The description of P0CB0 reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • An open in the sensor N signal or return
  • A short to voltage on the sensor N wire
  • A disconnected sensor N connector
  • High resistance at the sensor N ground
  • Overheating of the battery pack near sensor N

What to do next

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