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BodyB2268

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Coolant Temperature Indicator Circuit

10 brands affected · Description from Holden data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

Safety: This code relates to engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine.

1What it means in plain English

A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.

2Common causes

  1. Wiring or connector fault
  2. Faulty sensor or switch
  3. Water or corrosion in a connector
  4. Control module fault
  5. Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 10

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooB2268No description available Body
GMB2268No description available Body
HoldenB2268Coolant Temperature Indicator Circuit BrandBody
MitsubishiB2268No description available Body
OpelB2268No description available Body
PeugeotB2268No description available Body
SaabB2268No description available Body
SubaruB2268No description available Body
SuzukiB2268Water temperature gauge BrandBody
TataB2268No description available Body

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B2268 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB226800SDC rear seat entertainment communication error BrandBody

6Related codes

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