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PowertrainP0CAC

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Hybrid/EV battery temperature sensor 'M' circuit intermittent/erratic

5 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

Safety: This code relates to the battery temperature. A hot or poorly cooled battery can lose power, and a damaged battery carries a fire risk.

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

Watch for a battery temperature warning. If the warning is on, stop safely and let the battery cool; do not charge a hot battery and have it checked.

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 5

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0CACNo description available Powertrain
EOBDP0CACSirkuit sensor suhu baterai Hybrid/EV 'M' intermiten/acak BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP0CACNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0CACHybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 'M' Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0CACHybrid/EV battery temperature sensor 'M' circuit intermittent/erratic 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.

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