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P2BDF

Motor Electronics Coolant Temperature Sensor C Circuit High

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

What it means

P2BDF means Motor Electronics Coolant Temperature Sensor C Circuit High.

Where it lives

For P2BDF, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P2BDF reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • An open in the coolant temperature sensor C signal circuit
  • A failed sensor C left with a fixed high resistance
  • A disconnected or backed out sensor C connector
  • Corrosion raising resistance in the sensor C terminals

What to do next

  1. Read coolant temperature sensor C voltage on a scan tool
  2. Check the sensor C connector for a full seat
  3. Test the sensor C circuit for an open
  4. Measure sensor C resistance across a temperature sweep
  5. Replace coolant temperature sensor C 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.