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P2BD8

Motor Electronics Coolant Temperature Sensor B Circuit

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

What it means

P2BD8 means Motor Electronics Coolant Temperature Sensor B Circuit.

Where it lives

For P2BD8, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P2BD8 reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • An open in the coolant temperature sensor B signal circuit to the module
  • Coolant or water intrusion at the sensor B connector
  • A coolant temperature sensor B that has drifted out of its range
  • Damaged wiring between sensor B and the module

What to do next

  1. Read coolant temperature sensor B voltage on a scan tool
  2. Inspect the sensor B connector for corrosion and coolant intrusion
  3. Test the sensor B signal circuit for an open and a short
  4. Measure sensor B resistance against the temperature chart
  5. Replace coolant temperature sensor B if the circuit tests good
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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