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PowertrainP0C3D

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

DC/DC converter temperature sensor 'B' circuit

23 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0C3DNo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0C3DNo description available Powertrain
BYDP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0C3DPenukar DC/DC sensor suhu 'B' litar BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
HondaP0C3DNo description available Powertrain
HyundaiP0C3DNo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP0C3DNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
OpelP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0C3DNo description available Powertrain
SaabP0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0C3DDC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP0C3DNo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP0C3DDC/DC converter temperature sensor 'B' circuit BrandPowertrain

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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0C3D and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP0C3D12Temperature sensor B of the DC/DC converter has an electrical fault. There is a short circuit to positive BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0C3D98Temperature sensor B of the DC/DC converter has an electrical fault. The component or the system has overtemperature. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0C3D9DTemperature sensor B of the DC/DC converter has an electrical fault. The component or the system has undertemperature BrandPowertrain

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