PowertrainP01BC
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Engine oil temperature sensor 'B' circuit high
Key terms: Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Mass air flow sensor: measures the air going into the engine · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions
1What it means in plain English
This code is in the fuel, air and oxygen sensor range, which also includes coolant temperature faults.
2Common causes
- Dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor
- Vacuum or intake air leak
- Weak fuel pump or clogged fuel filter
- Faulty fuel injector
- Faulty oxygen sensor
- Wiring or connector fault
3Can I drive?
Stop the engine as soon as it is safe and do not drive until it has been checked. Low oil pressure or a low oil level can destroy the engine within minutes.
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 13
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P01BC | Motoroljetemperaturgiver 'B' krets høy Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Holden | P01BC | Engine Oil Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Voltage Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P01BC | Engine Oil Temperature Sensor B' Circuit High' Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Saab | P01BC | No description available | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P01BC | Engine oil temperature sensor 'B' circuit high Brand | Powertrain |
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.
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